Burke County - Georgia

County Courthhouse

County Seat: Waynesboro
Incorporated: February 5, 1777
Population: 20,981
Total Area: 835.1 Square miles

Burke County was one of Georgia's original eight counties. Originally organized as the Parish of St. George, Burke County was named for English political writer, member of the British Parliament and supporter of the colonies' interests, Edmond Burke.

Known as the "Bird Dog Capital of the World," Waynesboro was named for General Anthony "Mad Anthony" Wayne, a famous Revolutionary soldier.