The Georgia colony was located in the southeastern region of what is now the United States. It was established in 1732 and was bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the east, South Carolina to the north, and Florida to the south. This strategic location made Georgia a vital area during the colonial era, serving as a buffer between the British colonies and Spanish Florida.
Georgia was one of the thirteen original colonies and its geography was characterized by a mix of coastal plains, forests, and rivers, which contributed to its agricultural economy. The colony was intended not only for resettling debtors and the poor but also for serving as a military buffer against Spanish incursions from Florida.