Forgotten Hero Gets Long Overdue Honor | Macon News

Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 6, 2026 · 1m

Fort Valley, Georgia, honored Revolutionary War veteran William Wiggins on the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding — a man whose land grant helped birth the city. Veteran groups came together to recognize his legacy, with his descendant Sean Marshall and local Legion commander Jimmy Yancey sharing heartfelt reflections on sacrifice and remembrance. Once neglected, Wiggins’ gravesite is now restored, alongside newly marked unmarked graves — a powerful reminder that history’s forgotten heroes deserve their due. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…