1. History Standard
SS8H10 The student will evaluate key post-World War II developments of Georgia from 1945 to 1970.
Analyze the impact of the transformation of agriculture on Georgia's growth.
Explain how the development of Atlanta, including the roles of mayors William B. Hartsfield and Ivan Allen, Jr., and major league sports, contributed to the growth of Georgia.
Discuss the impact of Ellis Arnall

2. Impact of the transformation of agriculture
Several factors caused Georgia’s population to shift from rural to urban areas.
destruction of cotton by the boll weevil
the “Great Migration” of African Americans to northern cities
the movement of both blacks and whites to Georgia’s industrial centers and factories during both World Wars
AAA payments to farmers to stop them from growing crops during the Great Depression
Major technological changes in agricultural equipment further lessened the need for large numbers of agricultural workers.
larger tractors, reapers, and other machinery, combined with better fertilizers that made it easier to grow and process crops with much less man power.
Note: Though the rural population in Georgia has decreased from almost 85% in 1900 to less than 25% today, according to the New Georgia Encyclopedia, farming is still the most important part of Georgia’s economy, bringing in $56 billion a year to the state.

3. Hartsfield & Allen, Jr. William B. Hartsfield Ivan Allen, Jr.
Mayor of Atlanta
1937 – 1961
Helped to open Atlanta’s first Airport in 1925
Under his leadership
Atlanta tripled in size and grew in population
Helped Atlanta public schools (calmly) integrate
Began expanding interstate system
Mayor of Atlanta
1961 – 1970
Supporter of civil rights for African Americans
Had “colored only” signs removed from city hall
Brought Professional Sports to Atlanta
Braves, Falcons, Hawks
Improved cultural arts
Civic Center & Arts Center
Oversaw building of I-285

4. Governor Ellis Arnall
Served as a member of the General Assembly and State Attorney General
Defeated Eugene Talmadge to become Governor
Helped to restore accreditation to GA Universities
Ended POLL TAX
RAISED VOTING AGE TO 18
Lost re-election because he did not support white supremacy
Defeated by Eugene Talmadge (who died)
Part of the “3 Governors Controversy”