Georgia Georgia State Government Georgia may be known for its southern hospitality, but it’s actually named for King George II from Great Britain. Capital: Atlanta Largest Cities: Albany, Athens, Augusta, Brunswick, Clarkesville, Columbus, Macon, Marietta, Richmond Hill, Roswell, Savannah, Smyrna, Vidalia, Warner Robins Present Constitution Drafted: 1977 Entered Union: January 2, 1788 (4) Motto: “Wisdom, Justice, Moderation “ State Flower: Cherokee Rose State Tree: Live Oak State Bird: Brown Thrasher State Dog: Not Specified State Insect: Honeybee State Song: “Georgia on My Mind” Nickname: Empire State of the South, Peach State