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This resolution recognizes March 27, 2025, as City of Thomasville Day at the state capitol, highlighting the rich history and significance of Thomasville, Georgia. The resolution provides context about the city's founding in 1825 as the Thomas County seat, its namesake General Jett Thomas, and notable historical figures connected to the city, such as Lieutenant Henry Ossian Flipper (the first Black graduate of West Point) and General Lloyd Austin. The resolution also emphasizes Thomasville's historical importance as a winter resort for prominent national families and its current status as a destination known for hospitality, outdoor activities, and cultural experiences. Additionally, the resolution notes the city's nickname "The Rose City" and its annual Rose Festival. The House of Representatives officially designates the specified date as a day to commemorate the city, and the House Clerk is instructed to make copies of the resolution available for public and press distribution.

https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71375