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Posted inGeorgia Places

How Did Smyrna, Georgia Get its Name?

by B.T. ClarkMarch 8, 2025March 8, 2025

Smyrna, Georgia—now a thriving suburb of Atlanta—owes its name to an ancient city across the world, with deep biblical roots and a history steeped in faith and community. But how exactly did this bustling city in Cobb County come to be called Smyrna? The answer lies in the traditions of early settlers and the religious […]

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