Goshen, Georgia
Goshen is an unincorporated community in Lincoln County, in the U.S. state of Georgia.[1]
History
A post office called Goshen was established in 1808, and remained in operation until 1903.[2] The community derives its name from the Land of Goshen.[3]
References
- U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Goshen, Georgia
- "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved December 30, 2018.
- Krakow, Kenneth K. (1975). Georgia Place-Names: Their History and Origins (PDF). Macon, GA: Winship Press. p. 96. ISBN 0-915430-00-2.
Municipalities and communities of Lincoln County, Georgia, United States | ||
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| Cities |  Map of Georgia highlighting Lincoln County | |
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| Ghost town | ||
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