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Douglasville Images of America: A Journey Through Time

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Douglasville Images of America is a pictorial history of the city of Douglasville, Georgia. The book features over 200 vintage photographs that depict the city's growth and development from its early days as a small farming community to its present-day status as a thriving economic and cultural center.

Douglasville (Images of America)

by Lisa Cooper

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	131 pages

The book is divided into six chapters, each of which covers a different era in Douglasville's history. The first chapter, "Early Beginnings," traces the city's roots back to the early 1800s, when it was first settled by farmers and merchants. The second chapter, "The Civil War Years," documents Douglasville's role in the American Civil War, including its occupation by Union troops and its eventual surrender. The third chapter, "Reconstruction and Recovery," tells the story of Douglasville's recovery from the war and its gradual growth into a major industrial center. The fourth chapter, "The Early 20th Century," chronicles the city's continued growth and development, including the construction of its first railroad and the establishment of its first schools and churches.

The fifth chapter, "The Mid-20th Century," documents Douglasville's rapid growth and transformation during the post-World War II era. The city's population more than doubled during this period, and it became a major center for manufacturing and distribution. The sixth and final chapter, "The Late 20th Century and Beyond," traces Douglasville's continued growth and development into the present day. The city has become a major economic and cultural center, and it is home to a number of colleges and universities, as well as a thriving arts and culture scene.

Douglasville Images of America is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Douglasville, Georgia. The book's over 200 vintage photographs provide a unique glimpse into the city's past, and its informative text tells the story of Douglasville's growth and development from a small farming community to a thriving economic and cultural center.

About the Author

Lisa Cooper is a lifelong resident of Douglasville, Georgia. She is a graduate of the University of Georgia, where she earned a degree in history. She is the author of several books on local history, including Douglasville: A History of the City (2008) and Douglasville Images of America (2015).

Book Details

* **Title:** Douglasville Images of America * **Author:** Lisa Cooper * **Publisher:** Arcadia Publishing * **Publication Date:** 2015 * **Format:** Paperback * **Pages:** 128 * **:** 978-1-4671-2439-6

Douglasville (Images of America)

by Lisa Cooper

4.4 out of 5