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Forest Park, Georgia

Forest Park is a city in Clayton County, Georgia, United States.
Population 19,932

Top Events in Forest Park History

1
1908Government
After being charted and incorporated in 1908, it became known as several names, such as Quick Station, Aster, and Forrest Station.
2
1941Military
The 1,465-acre (5.93 km2) Fort Gillem was founded nearby in 1941 and was annexed into the city in 1973.

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Historical Timeline

1908Government
After being charted and incorporated in 1908, it became known as several names, such as Quick Station, Aster, and Forrest Station.
1941Military
The 1,465-acre (5.93 km2) Fort Gillem was founded nearby in 1941 and was annexed into the city in 1973.

Did You Know?

1
Forest Park is located in the state of Georgia.
2
Forest Park has a population of 19,932 residents.
3
As of the 2020 census, the city had a population of 19,932.

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Famous People from Forest Park, Georgia

DA
Daniel L. Akin
Theological Seminary President, Author · Born Jan 2, 1957 · Age 69
PB
Philip M. Breedlove
Us Air Force General · Born Sep 21, 1955 · Age 70
CW
Charlton Warren
Football Player, Coach · Born Jan 17, 1977 · Age 49
JE
Justin Eboigbe
Football Player · Born Apr 9, 2001 · Age 24
CF
Corey Johnson (American football)
Football Player · Born Sep 23, 1973 · Age 52
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