West Point, GA
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About West Point
- • Corey Moore, a former NFL defensive end, was born in West Point.
- • The Chattahoochee River Valley Art Association was founded in West Point.
- • Its location on the Chattahoochee River spurred its growth as a trading hub.
- • A rare Confederate armory was once located near the Chattahoochee River here.
- • The Great Flood of 1919 devastated West Point, altering its landscape.
- • Named for its location, the westernmost point of Georgia on the Chattahoochee, established 1828.
- • With 3,724 residents, it's significantly smaller than nearby LaGrange.
- • At 650 feet, its elevation is higher than Atlanta's downtown area.
- • Manufacturing, particularly Kia Motors, is a major employer in the city.
- • It feels like a town steeped in Southern charm and industrial progress.
- • The Atlanta Braves, 85 miles away, won the World Series in 1995.
- • West Point High School's football team has a rich history of state championships.