Georgia’s Transition to a Royal Colony | Georgia Stories

Explore how Georgia transitioned from a Trustee colony to a Royal colony under direct British control. This resource explains why the Trustees gave up governance, how royal governors changed laws and policies, and the resulting impacts on land ownership, slavery, and the colony’s economy. Through historical context and analysis, students learn how this shift reshaped daily life in Georgia and set the stage for future conflicts leading up to the American Revolution.

NOTE: The closed captions are also available in Spanish.