Historical Marker

Lee County

Leesburg · Lee County · Erected 1956

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The Story

Formed in 1825 from Creek land cessions, Lee County bears the name of Virginian Richard Henry Lee, who in 1776 moved that the colonies declare themselves free and independent, though some argue it honors 'Light-Horse Harry' Lee.

About this site

Lee County is a historical marker in Leesburg, Lee County, erected in 1956. It is one of 5 historical markers documented in Lee County, among 24 historic sites cataloged across the county on Georgia Roam.

The site sits at 31.7325, -84.1713 near Leesburg. The nearest cataloged historic site is Lee County Courthouse (courthouse), about under a tenth of a mile away. Others within a short drive include Leesburg Depot, Leesburg High School, and Leesburg Cemetery.

This record is drawn from Georgia historical-marker records. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.

📍 31.7325, -84.1713 · Leesburg, Lee County

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Nearby in Lee County

Courthouse

Lee County Courthouse

Noted Indian Settlement