Dawson, GA
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About Dawson
- • Blues musician and guitarist Robert Cray was born in Dawson, Georgia.
- • Artesian water was discovered here, leading to early economic development.
- • Dawson's location as a railroad stop boosted its early growth and economy.
- • A former KKK leader once served as the town's mayor.
- • The Flint River flood of 1994 caused significant damage to the area.
- • Named in 1856 for Senator William Crosby Dawson, it was incorporated in 1857.
- • Home to approximately 4,000 residents, it's smaller than nearby Albany.
- • Sitting at 351 feet above sea level, it's slightly higher than the surrounding plains.
- • Agriculture, particularly peanuts, cotton, and pecans, drives the local economy.
- • Life in Dawson is peaceful, embodying small-town charm and Southern hospitality.
- • The Atlanta Braves, about 3 hours away, won the World Series in 1995.
- • Terrell County High School football games are a major community event.
