In 1895, Atlanta set out to prove it was more than a railroad town rising from the ashes. The Cotton States and International Exposition would dazzle the world, until the money ran out.
As the fair teetered on the brink of disaster, one man stepped forward with an offer that would save the city’s reputation, and cement his own quiet legacy in Atlanta history.
Discover how a single act of integrity kept Atlanta’s “New South” dream alive this week on Stories of Atlanta.
🎥 From the Stories of Atlanta series…uncovering the people, places, and moments that shaped Atlanta’s history, one story at a time.
Fascinating glimpse into Atlanta history, showing how integrity, ambition, and one decisive action preserved the New South vision for generations.