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Georgia fun facts
- Coca-Cola was invented in Atlanta in 1886 by pharmacist John Pemberton. The original formula contained cocaine.
- Despite the nickname, Georgia is only the 3rd largest peach producer (after California and South Carolina).
- Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson is the busiest airport in the world by passenger traffic.
- The state name is shared with the country Georgia (no relation — both named after Saint George).
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Quick stats
- Population: over 10 million
- Area rank: #24 of 50
- Admitted: 1788
- Capital: Atlanta
- Largest city: Atlanta
- Time zone: Eastern