Introduction To Georgia Essay

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Georgia
By: Samirah Roberson Period: 6

Introduction to Georgia

Have you ever wondered how beautiful Georgia is? Well you should because it is a beautiful state, we invest in many goods and services to make you happy. In my research paper you will learn and read about Geography, Demographics, Economy, History, and more. Read the story and you’ll find out more about Georgia and its beautiful cities and physical features. Come and find out

Geography

The diverse landscapes of Georgia have resulted from geological and strong climate forces. Working throughout time, with a little recent direct influence from human activities. Georgia encompasses parts of five district physical features which are The Appalachian Mountains, The Appalachian Plateau, The Valley and Ridge, The Piedmont and The Coastal
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The most produced condiments are peanuts, cattle, cotton, chicken, eggs, and broilers. With 2/3 of Georgia’s agriculture production in the livestock and livestock products. “According to the 2010 U.S. Census, Georgia had a population of 9,687,653”. In terms of race the population was 59.7% White American 55.9% Non-Hispanic White, 3.8% White Hispanic, and 4.0% from some other races.

History of Georgia

The Georgia Colony was the last one of the 13 original colonies to be established. It was founded in 1732 by some other colonists even James Oglethorpe. “The Georgia Colony was named after King George 11 of England, as specific by the king himself in the charter granting the colony.” Georgia was uninvolved with the revolutionary war. But, when the state seceded from the Union in 1861. It thrusted itself into the war that would take a toll on the people and the landscape. The history of Georgia in the United States of America spans Pre-Columbian time to the Columbian time to the present U.S. state of

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