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5 Georgia sites where you can experience Civil War history
5 Georgia sites where you can experience Civil War history
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The controversy surrounding the Confederate flag was reignited following the shooting of nine people in one of the country’s historic black churches. The emblem of the Confederate army during the Civil War is now often associated with hate groups, but many view it as a nod to their Southern heritage. For those interested in Civil War education, we’ve rounded up a few sites around Georgia where you can learn more. PHOTO BY ROSALIND BENTLEY/ AJC
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Photos: Wheeler beats Newton for 6A boys crown
Photos from the Wheeler vs. Newton class 6A boys championship game in the Georgia high school basketball state tournament on March 8, 2025. Wheeler won 61-56.
Credit: HYOSUB SHIN / AJC
Photos: Newton edges Grayson in class 6A girls
Photos from the Grayson vs. Newton class 6A girls championship game in the Georgia high school basketball state tournament on March 8, 2025. Newton won 59-56.
Credit: Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Photos: Bulldogs finish regular season with win over Vanderbilt
Photos from Georgia's 79-68 victory over Vanderbilt on March 8, 2025.
Credit: Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com
Photos: Tri-Cities tops Woodward for Class 5A boys title
Photos from the Woodward Academy vs. Tri-Cities game for the Class 5A boys state championship on March 7, 2025. Tri-Cities won 66-55.