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James Oglethorpe
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James Edward Oglethorpe was a British soldier, Member of Parliament, and philanthropist, and the founder of the Province of Georgia in what was then colonial-era British America. As a social reformer, he hoped to resettle Britain's "worthy poor" in the New World, initially focusing on those in debtors' prisons.
James Oglethorpe
James Oglethorpe
Thomas Bambridge (standing, far left) being questioned by Oglethorpe (believed to be the figure seated, far left, in front of Bainbridge) of the parli
Thomas Bambridge (standing, far left) being questioned by Oglethorpe (believed to be the figure seated, far left, in front of Bainbridge) of the parliamentary Gaols Committee.
Oglethorpe and the Indians, frieze in the United States Capitol Rotunda. Photo courtesy of the Architect of the Capitol
Oglethorpe and the Indians, frieze in the United States Capitol Rotunda. Photo courtesy of the Architect of the Capitol
Oglethorpe presenting Yamacraw delegates to the Georgia Trustees in 1734, painting by William Verelst
Oglethorpe presenting Yamacraw delegates to the Georgia Trustees in 1734, painting by William Verelst
Province of Georgia
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The Province of Georgia was one of the Southern Colonies in colonial-era British America. In 1775 it was the last of the Thirteen Colonies to support the American Revolution.
Savannah colony, 18th century
Savannah colony, 18th century
Image: Settlement of Georgia Colony 1732 1763
Image: Settlement of Georgia Colony 1732 1763