Modern Georgia

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Across
  1. 2. First African American Congressman from GA since Reconstruction. Brought the Democratic Convention to Georgia and the 1996 Olympics to Atlanta.
  2. 4. First African American Mayor of Atlanta. Fought to make sure that minority businesses received their fair share of city contracts. Started MARTA, expanded Hartsfield Airport and helped bring Olympics to ATL.
  3. 6. First President from Georgia. Was a Peanut Farmer and in the Navy.
Down
  1. 1. expanding Georgia's harbor to benefit from the increasing international trade.
  2. 3. In Atlanta (but events all over state and Southeast) Summer Olympic games Brought recognition and prestige to Atlanta Terrorist bombing/Centennial Park bombing took place during games, killing 2
  3. 5. This is a type of award given to someone who promotes peace; Jimmy Carter won this for his constant efforts to find peaceful, diplomatic solutions to issues.