Georgia's Landmarks Memorials and Legends: Volume 1, Part 1

Take a bite out of The Peach State’s history with accounts of Light Horse Harry Lee’s bivouac, Jefferson Davis’s arrest at Irwinville, and much more.   Georgia has a rich history, filled with legends and heroes. Georgia’s Landmarks, Memorials, and Legends is an in-depth, entertaining study of the who, where, and why in Georgia history, from the Native American princess Haiwasse to former first lady Ellen Wilson. Covering every detail—like reminiscences of historic figures, local Native American legends, Revolutionary War stories, cemeteries, and churchyards—it is must-have reading for American history students and enthusiasts.  Georgia’s Landmarks, Memorials, and Legends is the comprehensive collection of the colorful tales, heroes, and legends that arose from the state’s unique heritage. This thorough guide explores the history, places, and people of Georgia. Part 1 of this two-part volume is the handbook of key figures in Georgia’s history and the monuments honoring them.