Georgia's 89th County was named for John Paulding (1759 - 1818), who was a hero of the American Revolution. In 1780, Paulding assisted in the capture of Major John Andre, a British spy planning the seizure of West Point.

In 1851, part of Paulding County was used to help create Polk County. Also, between 1812 and 1874, but particularly during the 1850's portions of Paulding County were annexed to Bartow, Campbell, Carroll, Cobb, Douglas, Haralson, and Polk counties. Between 1850 and 1874, parts of Carroll, Cobb, Douglas, and Polk counties annexed to Paulding County.

Hiram City Hall

217 Main Street

Hiram, Georgia 30141-3249

770.943.3726

Mayor Carmen Rollin's presentation to the Paulding Chamber of Commerce - September 2007