Origins of the Georgia Coast - Hunt, William P a
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Now a global tourist destination featuring the Forbes Five-Star Sea Island Resort, Georgia's Golden Isles boast a rich history involving indigenous populations, colonial rivalries, and centuries of economic change. Evolving from a region contested by Spain, France, and Britain into a key part of the South's cotton belt, the Isles played a crucial role in pivotal moments like the American Revolution, Civil War, and Reconstruction. This work delves into the multifaceted history of the Isles and their importance in shaping the United States. Once called the "Golden Islands" by Scottish nobleman…mehr

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Now a global tourist destination featuring the Forbes Five-Star Sea Island Resort, Georgia's Golden Isles boast a rich history involving indigenous populations, colonial rivalries, and centuries of economic change. Evolving from a region contested by Spain, France, and Britain into a key part of the South's cotton belt, the Isles played a crucial role in pivotal moments like the American Revolution, Civil War, and Reconstruction. This work delves into the multifaceted history of the Isles and their importance in shaping the United States. Once called the "Golden Islands" by Scottish nobleman Robert Montgomery in the 18th century, the Isles include Sea Island, St. Simons, Jekyll, Sapelo, and Cumberland. Defined by the Altamaha and Ogeechee Rivers, their unique elevation, marshes, and waterways foster a distinct ecology. The 350,000 acres of salt marshes, where ocean and river waters meet, are a hallmark of the area's environment.
Autorenporträt
William P. A. Hunt is a recent graduate of Princeton University with a major in history and a minor in entrepreneurship business studies. Currently serving under the chief financial officer at the Anschutz Corporation in Denver, Hunt works in financial planning and analysis for various entities including Power Company Wyoming, Anschutz Exploration Company, and Anschutz Investment Company. He has previously worked extensively in various areas including Anschutz Entertainment Group (AEG), the Los Angeles Kings, the Broadmoor Sea Island Company, and Xanterra Travel Collection.