George Washington Towns (nov 3, 1847 – nov 5, 1851)

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George Washington Towns served as the governor of Georgia from 1847 to 1851. During his tenure, he focused on internal improvements, including the expansion of railroads and transportation systems, and worked on enhancing the state's economy. Towns was a strong advocate for the extension of slavery into new territories and was vocal in his support of Southern rights leading up to the Civil War. After his time as governor, Towns continued to hold political influence, serving in various roles, including as a U.S. Congressman. His contributions to the state and his support for pro-slavery policies led to the naming of Towns County in his honor in 1856, reflecting his political significance in Georgia at the time.

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https://www.georgiahistory.com/ghmi_marker_updated/george-washington-towns/
https://www.todayingeorgiahistory.org/tih-georgia-day/george-towns/

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