Home of Robert Toombs

This was the home of Robert Toombs -- planter, lawyer, and distinguished Southern statesman. Born July 2, 1810, Robert Toombs was educated at Franklin College, Georgia, at Union College, New York, and at the University of Virginia. He was a ...

Robert Toombs Oak

A majestic oak tree once stood on this spot and one of the University's most endearing legends also flourished here.

Robert Toombs (1810-1885) was young, and boisterous when he was dismissed from Franklin College in 1828. Five decades later it ...

Robert Toombs

To honor the memory of

Robert Toombs

July 2, 1810 – Dec. 15, 1885

United States Senator

Secretary of State, C.S.A.

Patriot and Statesman

For whom the town of Toombsboro is named

Marker is on Georgia Route 112 0 miles north of Pineview Street, on the right ...