Name/Title
A GAZETTEER of the State of GeorgiaEntry/Object ID
2022.15.32Description
A Gazetteer of the State of Georgia: Embracing a Particular Description of the Counties, Towns, Villages, Rivers, etc., and whatsoever is Usual in Geographies, and minute statistical work; together with a new map of the state.Context
A Gazetteer of the State of Georgia, by Adiel Sherwood, is a comprehensive historical and geographical reference book first published in 1827 (with later editions) that details Georgia's counties, towns, resources, history, and demographics, serving as a valuable resource for understanding the state's development, including its geography, economy, and notable figures. It includes information on counties, capitals, population statistics (like the 1830 census), history, flora, fauna, and biographical sketches of individuals for whom counties were named, making it a significant work for historians and genealogists.Collection
William "Billy" S. BatesAcquisition
Accession
2022.15Source or Donor
William Sims BatesAcquisition Method
DonationPublication Details
Author
Adiel SherwoodPlace Published
* Untyped Place Published
Baltimore, MarylandDate Published
2003ISBN
0-8063-5154-3