On March 12, dozens of community members and local officials gathered outside the old courthouse in the center of Fayetteville, Georgia, to dedicate a historical marker recognizing victims of racial terror lynching in Fayette County.
The marker is located in the center of Fayetteville, about 20 miles south of Atlanta, and reflects years of work in coordination with EJI. Since its founding in 2021,...
Lynching in Fayette County:
The article reports seven racial terror lynchings that occurred between 1875 and 1919. These incidents were intended to intimidate and silence the Black community, but breaking the silence is an important step toward restoring dignity to victims and their families. The lack of accountability for these lynchings highlights the indifference or ineffectiveness of local law enforcement during this era.
Lynching in America:
More than 6,500 Black people were killed in racia...