Jekyll Island in Georgia has an interesting history which begins, of course, with native americans who originally inhabited the island. They fished and farmed crops such as pumpkins, tobacco, sunflower and maize.
Explorers from Spain officially claimed the island in 1510 and about 50 years later it was claimed for France (even though Spain already claimed it). The French explorer surrendered to the Spanish and was executed, which began a long series of conflicts between the two countries on Georgia’s coast.
In the mid-1600’s the English gave out land grants on the island and attacked the Spanish successfully driving them from the area by the early 1700’s. Plantations were established on the island growing barley, indigo and cotton. In order to run the plantations, slavery was introduced.
One of the most interesting parts of Jekyll Island history happened in 1858. 50 years after the importation of slaves to the United States was made illegal, The Wanderer landed on the island carrying 409 enslaved Africans. The government prosecuted the owner and crew of the ship but failed to win. The outrage that ensued was a contributing cause to the American Civil War.
There was a lot of action on this little island that today is so peaceful.
Here are two more peaceful images I made on the beaches there. Click the images to view larger versions, and enjoy!
It is so peaceful and amazing, nobody would have the heart to destroy this kind of peace 🙂
Hi Sophia, thank you very much for your visit and comments, they are much appreciated. It was an exceptionally peaceful morning, glad you like the images.
Terrific light and reflections in these, Anne. Outstanding!
Thank you so much Jimi, it was such a beautiful location.
Fabulous, Anne! The light in both of them is amazing. The first one is stunning in terms of composition. And interesting history, too.
Thank you very much Laurie, I really appreciate your visit and comments. It’s great to make contact with a photographer from back home. Hey, do you know Toad? He is also a fantastic photographer from Vancouver Island like yourself. toadhollowphotography.com
Wow! – stunning, Anne. These are perfect.
Thank you very much Andy!
Beautiful images Anne and a great bit of history!
Thanks Russ, it was such an interesting place and I have been enjoying learning about all the history on the east coast here. I am not good at remembering history unless I am in the location at the time. It makes it so much more real.
I agree with Edith. These are stunning. Phenomenal light which you have taken advantage of.
Thanks again Len!
Stunning as usual Anne.
Thank you so much Edith!