Dawson, County seat in Terrell County, Georgia, US.
Dawson extends across 3.7 square miles of southwest Georgia, featuring residential neighborhoods, commercial districts, and numerous public spaces throughout the municipality.
Founded in 1856 as the administrative center of Terrell County, Dawson received its name from Senator William Crosby Dawson and gained city status in 1872.
The city gained national attention during the civil rights movement when Jackie Robinson supported the reconstruction of three African American churches in the area.
Located along U.S. Route 82 and Georgia State Route 520, Dawson provides educational services through the Terrell County School District from preschool to grade twelve.
The 1976 case of the Dawson Five marked a turning point in local justice when police misconduct led to the dismissal of charges against five wrongly accused individuals.
Location: Terrell County
Inception: 1857
Elevation above the sea: 107 m
Website: http://www.dawson-ga.com/
Website: http://dawson-ga.com
GPS coordinates: 31.77390,-84.44080
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:57
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