What major position did Oglethorpe hold in Georgia?
Mayor
Governor
Civil and military leader
Treasurer
Answer
Oglethorpe served as the principal civil and military leader of the Georgia colony from its founding in 1732 until his resignation in 1743. He was responsible for establishing the colony, negotiating treaties with Native American tribes, and defending the colony from Spanish attacks. Oglethorpe's leadership was instrumental in the early success and survival of the Georgia colony.
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