Calhoun was the capital of the Cherokee Nation until 1835, when President Jackson forced them to move to Oklahoma. Following their relocation, Georgia claimed the lands that became Gordon County. A small town, first known as Dawsonville, was created, but later renamed in honor of U.S. Senator John C. Calhoun following his death in 1850.
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City services, arts and recreation, public safety, development, business and community, and government are topics which can be found on the city's official web site. Services provided by the city include Internet services to business and industry in the Calhoun region.
http://www.cityofcalhoun-ga.com
