John Thrasher

John Thrasher (February 24, 1818–November 13, 1899) was the founder of the city of Norcross, Georgia, an original pioneer of Atlanta, and a well-travelled entrepreneur throughout the American Southeast.

Read more about John Thrasher:  Founding of Atlanta, Founding of Norcross, Later Life, Sources

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