Georgia has a rich and sweeping history that spans almost three centuries and many important events. From military conflicts to flourishing economic times, Georgia has always been a state that knows how to bounce back and make the most out of the circumstances it meets.
Settled in 1733 by James Oglethorpe, Georgia was the last of the original 13 colonies to be formed. Originally intended to be a debtors’ colony, Georgia’s true purpose was to be a military buffer zone for the rest of the colonies from the Spanish in Florida. It officially became a state in 1788.
Below are some useful links to various agencies within the state government.
Georgia State Government: www.georgia.gov
North East Georgia Regional Development Center: www.negrc.org
Georgia Municipal Association: www.gmanet.com
Department of Community Affairs: www.dca.state.ga.us
Georgia General Assembly: www.legis.state.ga.us
US Government: www.usa.gov