Historical Collections of Georgia

Name/Title

Historical Collections of Georgia

Entry/Object ID

2022.15.73

Description

Historical Collections of Georgia is a famous 1854 book by George White. It covers colonial records, Native American history, and county sketches. Book Contents Colonial records: Early settler lists and Revolutionary War militia rolls. County sketches: Local traditions, 1850 census data, and descriptions from early settlement up to the mid-19th century. Illustrations: Nearly 100 engravings of old buildings, natural scenery, and portraits of famous men. Major Archives Today Georgia Historical Society: Holds massive collections of rare maps, portraits, and family papers in Savannah. Georgia Archives: Preserves official state records, documents, and a Virtual Vault for online research.

Collection

William "Billy" S. Bates

Acquisition

Accession

2022.15

Source or Donor

William Sims Bates

Acquisition Method

Donation

Book Details

Author

Rev. George White, M.A.

Place Published

* Untyped Place Published

New York

Date Published

1854