"The Greatest Location In The World": A
Article about the building, evolution and demolition of this landmark.
Atlanta History
Gives brief history of the city from the Confederacy to present day.
Atlanta History from Roadside Georgia
Offers detailed articles about the city pre-1847 and from the period between 1848 and 1868.
Atlanta History, 1782-1859
A timeline starting with the Indian village of "Standing Peachtree" and ending with the Civil War. Includes links to more recent history up through 1986.
Atlanta Telephone History
Provides information on the origin and evolution of telephone service.
Celebrating Black History
11 Alive Special featuring profiles of prominent local leaders in the black community. Offers study guide and events calendar.
Cotton States International Exposition
Contemporary texts and music from the World's Fair held in Atlanta in 1895 to unveil the post-Civil War South and highlight its progress and industry.
General John B. Gordon Camp #46 and #88
Local chapter of the Sons of Confederate Veterans/Military Order of the Stars & Bars. Offers meeting schedule and events calendar, plus membership information.
History of Atlanta
From the period of settlement through the present, provided by the office of the Secretary of State.
History of Atlanta Public Schools
From 1865 through the 1970's.
MARTA History
Timeline of the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority from conception to present day.
Sherpa Guides: The Natural History of Atlanta
Details the ecological history of the city.