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The Full History The founding of the African American presence in Effingham County, Ga dates back to 1734. The Black presence in Effingham County, Ga is well documented and easily discoverable. However, this rich history and the contributions and sacrifices made by African Americans has been ignored, discarded and devalued by historians. Today, the Effingham Roots Association aim is to build a lasting connection with the "mainstream" Effingham Historical Society to preserve our shared cultural history and contributions to the wealth and success of Effingham County, Ga. |
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The Nameless and
Forgotten Enslaved
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Effingham County, Ga enslaved tens of thousands of African American men, women and children without giving them any credit for their contributions in enriching Effingham as a whole. Learn about these forgotten souls who built their homes, planted their crops, tended their gardens, and who helped raise Effingham's white children without recognition
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