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General James Oglethorpe, English colonist of Georgia, 18th century (c1880). Artist: Ravenet
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General James Oglethorpe, English colonist of Georgia, 18th century (c1880). Artist: Ravenet
General James Oglethorpe, English colonist of Georgia, 18th century (c1880). A champion of the cause of the poor in debtors prisons, Oglethorpe proposed the establishment of a colony in the New World where such people could begin a new life. He set sail on the Anne in 1732, and after arriving at Charleston, South Carolina, established his colony on the site of the city of Savannah, Georgia, purchasing land from the Creek Indians. In the event, few inmates from debtors prisons ever made it to Georgia, with most of the influx of settlers consisting of Scots, poor English tradesmen and refugees from religious persecution in Switzerland and Germany. A print from Cassells History of the United States, by Edmund Ollier, Volume I, Cassell Petter and Galpin, London, c1880
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Colonist Edmund Edmund Ollier Founder Georgia Ollier Philanthropist Philanthropy Ravenet James Oglethorpe Oglethorpe Print Collector8
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This print captures the image of General James Oglethorpe, an English colonist of Georgia in the 18th century. Created by artist Ravenet, this portrait showcases a man who was not only a military leader but also a champion for the cause of the poor in debtors prisons. Oglethorpe's vision was to establish a colony in the New World where those imprisoned for debts could start afresh. In 1732, he set sail on the Anne and arrived at Charleston, South Carolina before establishing his colony on what is now Savannah, Georgia. Although his initial plan did not attract many inmates from debtors prisons, it became home to Scots, impoverished English tradesmen, and refugees fleeing religious persecution in Switzerland and Germany. This historical print from Cassells History of the United States depicts Oglethorpe as a determined individual with an unwavering commitment to philanthropy. His efforts paved the way for future settlers seeking new opportunities in America. The photograph portrays General James Oglethorpe as more than just a soldier; it reveals him as an influential figure who shaped early American history through his compassion and determination. As we gaze upon this image today, we are reminded of Oglethorpe's significant contributions to both Georgia and philanthropy as we know them today.
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