Explore the daily workings of early Georgia governance and land development. This volume compiles the Proceedings of the President and Assistants from 1741 to 1754, offering a window into colonial administration, local disputes, and community planning in Savannah and Ebenezer.
This edition documents how colonial officials handled land grants, petitions, and public offices, along with the interactions between settlers, trustees, and Native American affairs. It presents a tangible record of governance, local law, and the practical challenges of building a young colony.
- Official meetings and decisions in Savannah and surrounding towns.
- Petitions for land, town lots, and church sites, plus grants and surveys.
- Accounts of public expenses, salaries, and financial procedures.
- References to German and other immigrant communities and their needs.
Ideal for readers of colonial American history, Georgia history, and meticulous documentary records of early 18th‑century governance.