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Georgia Salzburger Society records
Descriptive Summary | |
| Repository: | Georgia Historical Society |
| Creator: | Georgia Salzburger Society. |
| Title: | Georgia Salzburger Society records |
| Dates: | 1992-1997 |
| Extent: | 0.25 cubic feet (3 folders) |
| Identification: | MS 1930 |
Biographical/Historical Note
The Georgia Salzburger Society was established in 1925 as an independently operating genealogical and archaeological organization. The Society was formed to honor and preserve the history and traditions of the early Salzburger settlers. The first Salzburgers landed in Savannah, Georgia on 12 March 1734 to escape religious persecution in the native country of Salzburg, presently known as Austria. Since their immigration to Georgia, the Salzburgers and their descendants have played important roles in the history of Georgia and the United States, distinguishing themselves through their service and contributions to the economic, social, civic, religious, and political life of this country.
Scope and Content Note
This collection contains newsletters, correspondence, photographs, and newspaper clippings regarding the Georgia Salzburger Society from 1992 to 1997. Majority of these materials refer to the dedication of both the monument commemorating the 260th anniversary of the Salzburgers in America in 1994 and the dedication of the Salzburger Park in 1996, located between the Abercorn Street and Lincoln Street ramps on Bay Street.
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The collection is open for research.