Peter Early (nov 5, 1813 – nov 20, 1815)

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Peter Early served as the Governor of Georgia from 1813 to 1815. During his time in office, Early focused on improving the state's infrastructure, advocating for the expansion of internal improvements like roads and bridges to boost economic growth. He also worked on education reform, supporting the establishment of public schools. Early’s tenure was marked by his opposition to the federal government’s policies on Native American removal, and he advocated for a more state-centered approach. Though his time as governor was relatively brief, Early's leadership helped lay the groundwork for the state's future development.

Sources:
https://www.georgiahistory.com/ghmi_marker_updated/governor-peter-early/
https://www.nga.org/governor/peter-early/

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