Darien
Burned by Its Own Troops
State: Georgia
County: McIntosh County
Founded: 1736
Abandoned: Semi-ghost
Peak Population: Timber port
Darien was founded by Scottish Highlanders in 1736. It became a major timber port. In 1863, the 54th Massachusetts (Black regiment from the movie 'Glory') was ordered to burn it - an order many soldiers regretted. The town rebuilt but never recovered.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 1-2 hours
Quick Facts
- Scottish Highlanders
- Burned in 1863
- 54th Massachusetts
Location
Address: Darien, GA
Coordinates: 31.3667, -81.4333