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Miller County was created in February 26, 1856 from parts of Baker and Early counties. It was named after Judge Andrew J. Miller, who served as a commander of the Oglethorpe Infantry, served in the legislature for more than 20 years, several times as president of the Senate, and was president of the Medical College of Georgia. Miller is best remembered for introducing a bill to give property rights to married women.
The county seat is Colquitt. It is the only incorporated municipality within the county, and was named for U.S. Senator Walter Colquitt, who was previously a clergyman, attorney and judge. The courthouse was destroyed by fire in 1873.
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