Laurens County

 

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Lamar County was taken from Wilkinson County in 1807 and part of Washington County in 1811.  It was named for Colonel John Laurens, an aide-de-camp to General George Washington.
 

Created: 

December 10, 1807

Population:

 44,874

Total Area:

 813 square miles

Cities & Towns:

 Cadwell
  Dexter
  Dublin (County Seat)
  Dudley
  East Dublin
  Lovett
  Montrose
  Rentz

Attractions:

 The Ocute Indian Mounds at Blackshear's Ferry

Annual Events:

 St. Patrick's Festival (Dublin)
  Possum Hollow County Fair
  Dublin Antique Fair Show and Sale
 
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