Union County Georgia Public Records
The County Seat of Union County, Georgia is Blairsville. The county was established in 1832 and is part of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The county has a population of approximately 24,000 people. The county is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners, which is elected by the citizens of the county. The county is served by the Union County Sheriff's Office, Union County Fire Department, Union County EMS, and Union County Public Works. The county is also home to the Union County Public Library, Union County Recreation Department, and Union County Parks and Recreation.
Union County Courthouse
Union County Georgia Court
Address:
Union County Courthouse
50 East Main Street
Blairsville, GA 30512
Union County Court Jurisdiction
Union County Georgia court jurisdiction is located in Blairsville, Georgia. The address is: Union County Courthouse, 65 Courthouse Street, Blairsville, GA 30512. The court has jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases, including felonies, misdemeanors, traffic violations, and small claims.
Union County Historical Facts
1. The Battle of Brown's Mill (July 30, 1864): During the American Civil War, Union forces under the command of General William T. Sherman clashed with Confederate forces led by General Joseph Wheeler in the Battle of Brown's Mill. The battle resulted in a Confederate victory, with the Union forces retreating.
2. The Founding of Blairsville (1835): Blairsville, Georgia was founded in 1835 by a group of settlers from North Carolina. The town was named after James Blair, a prominent local landowner.
3. The Great Locomotive Chase (April 12, 1862): During the American Civil War, a group of Union soldiers led by James J. Andrews stole a Confederate locomotive and attempted to destroy the Western and Atlantic Railroad. The mission failed, but the soldiers were later honored with the Medal of Honor.
4. The Battle of Resaca (May 14-15, 1864): During the American Civil War, Union forces under the command of General William T. Sherman clashed with Confederate forces led by General Joseph E. Johnston in the Battle of Resaca. The battle resulted in a Union victory, with the Confederate forces retreating.