Washington's Southern Tour -- Augusta, GA
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member TheConaways
N 33° 28.566 W 081° 57.656
17S E 410717 N 3704482
Remembering George Washington's visit to Augusta in 1791.
Waymark Code: WMGCN
Location: Georgia, United States
Date Posted: 07/04/2006
Published By:Groundspeak Charter Member snake1411
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In 1791, George Washington made his Southern Tour where he visited the major cities of the South in order to visit all parts of the new American nation. From May 18-21, Washinton stayed in Augusta, GA, where he met with Governor Edward Telfair and other "principal gentlemen of the place."

A marker commemorating Washington's visit to Augusta was erected on the grounds of St. Paul's Cathedral in 1999. Please be respectful of the cemetery which is in a constant state of research.

Type of Marker: Monument

Marker #: 121-2

Date: 1999.21

Sponsor: Georgia Historical Society, Society of the Cincinnati in the State of Georgia, Sons of the Revolution in the State of Georgia
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