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Why did Georgia pick Atlanta as their state capital?
In 1868 Atlanta city officials made a bid for Atlanta to be named as the state capital. Atlanta offered suitable buildings for state officials at no charge for ten years. Atlanta also offered land in the city for a state capitol. In view of Atlanta's recent population growth, better rail accessibility, and the offer of land and buildings, the Georgia constitutional convention voted to accept the offer and move the capital city from Milledgeville to Atlanta.
How many years has Atlanta been the capital of Georgia?
Savannah was the first capitol of Georgia-it was one of the first 13 colonies, and has remained the Hostess City to the South, Georgias most historic city. Savannah is also the home of one of the largest nationally recognized historic districts, home to one of the first Racing venues in the USA, The Vanderbuilt Cup in 1911( well before racing Indianapolis and Daytona) and filmong site for no fewer than 147 popular films ranging from Forrest Gump(told from a bench in Savannahs Chipewa Square ),Swamp Thing, pretty woman, The Generals Daughter, Smokey and the Bandit, The Deep, to Wild America, and of course, Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. In 1795 Augusta was made the capitol to move the capitol away from the coast and allow distance to stop the ability of a quick seige and and resupply from coastal waters. In 1868 the capitol was moved again, this time to Atlanta, to place it closer to both the geographical and population center of the state-allowing growth, representation, and protection on all sides.
When was Australia's capital identified?
There were several choices for Australia's capital city which were first voted on in 1903. The givernment changed several times in the early years, and votes were retaken in 1904, 1905 and 1908. The final site for Australia's Federal Capital was officially identified by Parliamentary ballot on 9 October 1908.
Where were the capital of the confederate states of the America located?
Originally - Montgomery, Alabama. Then after Virginia voted Confederate, it was moved to Richmond, Virginia. Finally, after the fall of Richmond, it was briefly re-installed in a small town called Washington, Georgia.
Why did the Vatican II end?
Because the Bishops had accomplished what they set out to do and voted to officially end the Council.
What percent of the population of Georgia voted for George W. Bush in 2004?
57.97
Why does London have the Olympic torch?
because we got voted and we are a capital city
Why did north like William Sherman?
They did not especially like him. He was not an agreeable personality. But his decision to cross Georgia undoubtedly shortened the war by several months at almost nil casualties. Also, his capture of Atlanta helped to save Lincoln from being voted-out in the election of 1864.
What happened to the members of the Georgia lagislature involved in the yazoo land fraud?
Whey Were voted out of office.
What is the US capital and what takes place there?
The capital of the United States is Washington D.C. The capital is the place where laws are voted on and adopted and where federal politicians work, including the president.
Things that happened in Atlanta in 1900-1940?
1920 woman voted for the first time 1921 MlK was born
In 2004 people of what state voted to adopt a new flag?
The people of the state of Georgia voted in 2004 to adopt a new flag. The new flag design removed the Confederate battle emblem that had been previously featured on the state flag since 1956.
