There are approximately 197 historical markers in Cobb County alone. This marker in located in historical downtown of Kennesaw just off of North Main Street in the Kennesaw Veteran Memorial Park....
The Andrews Raid Historical Marker
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The Big Shanty Historical Marker in Kennesaw, GA, highlights the significance of the first private mint in the United States, established by Templeton Reid in Gainesville in 1830. This mint was created to address the shortage of currency during the Georgia gold rush, producing gold coins in $2.50, $5.00, and $10.00 denominations, though it only operated for a year due to profitability issues.
The marker serves as a reminder of the entrepreneurial spirit of Reid, whose minted coins have become rare collectibles. Erected by the Hall County Historical Society in 1979, it is part of a larger historical narrative that includes several nearby markers and monuments, enriching the local heritage of Gainesville.
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