WARSAW METHODIST CHURCH
The Warsaw Methodist Church began as a campground with 1822 appearing to have been the starting point. It was started by a group of Moravians from the Savannah River settlement who moved across the Chattahoochee River and established a campground at what is now known as the Grover Thomas place. For the sum of $16.00 the lot of land was sold to the trustees of the campground. It was given the name of “Warsaw” from their Warsaw in the Old World. The deed was granted from Washington, Georgia in Wilkes County. These Moravians were seeking religious freedom in the new world. After the War Between the States, a new church was built at its present location and was the center of the farming community.
During the War Between the States, Warsaw campground was a noted meeting place for preparation to fight. Companies of soldiers were organized there and plans were made for troop movements. Captain Cunningham headed one company and Graham Scouts had their beginnings there. Other well-known companies were organized at Warsaw Campground.
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