Amboy, Georgia Explained

Amboy is an unincorporated community in Turner County, in the U.S. state of Georgia.^[1] GNIS spells the name "Armboy".

History

A post office called Amboy was established in 1899, and remained in operation until 1950.^[2] The community's name is a transfer from Amboy, New Jersey.

References

31.7924°N -83.5874°W

Notes and References

1. Book: Georgia Place-Names: Their History and Origins . Winship Press . Krakow, Kenneth K. . 1975 . Macon, GA . 4 . 0-915430-00-2.
2. Web site: Post Offices . Jim Forte Postal History . 31 March 2018.