GCP - Georgia as a Royal Colony (Lesson)
Georgia as a Royal Colony
Introduction
Due to lack of prosperity, the Trustees surrendered control of Georgia in 1752 to the British Government. The Royal colony came with many changes with releasing the restrictions on land and slave ownership. Georgia’s economy began to prosper as a Royal colony.
Georgia as a Royal Colony
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From Royalty to Independence
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System of Government
Georgia became a royal colony in 1752. In other words, it was under direct rule of King George II rather than a group of trustees. In October 1754, John Reynolds arrived as the colony's first royal governor. It was also during this time that colony established a bicameral assembly and a court system. Only white males who owned land could vote or hold office in the assembly.
| Commons House of Assembly (lower house) | Governors Council (upper house) | Court System |
|---|---|---|
| Power to introduce Legislation | Appointed by the governor | Settled legal disputes |
| Elected by Landowners | Could introduce money (as long as it didn't involve money) | Consisted of several levels so cases could be appealed |
| Decided issues involving money | Granted rights to land | Some appeals were settled by the Governors Council. |
| Could hear appeals from lower courts |
Review
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Georgia prospered as a Royal colony. The colony continued to grow economically and politically. When the British later begin to have trouble with the Northern colonies over taxation and representation, Georgia resists the urge and stands with England. Georgia remained loyal to England due to its prosperity and young age, but eventually even Georgia will begin to feel the increased taxation pressure and join the American Revolution.
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