By Audrey Wilson
Introduction
There are lots of interesting nicknames for Georgia. This article covers six monikers, from well-known...
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When you think of Georgia, the Peach State automatically springs to mind. The peach tree...
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Another fruit-based name for Georgia is the Watermelon State. As with the Peach State, this...
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The Buzzard State is a nickname connected to the area's wildlife. Buzzards, a type of...
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The Empire State of the South relates to Georgia's rapid economic growth in the period...
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An interesting fact about Georgia is that it is the largest peanut producer in the...
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Yankee is a word that dates to around the Civil War. It was used to...
Conclusion
Georgia has an array of nicknames, each reflecting a different aspect of the state's culture...
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