Towns in Rabun County Tiger, Georgia There are several theories about the derivation of the name Tiger. One story suggests that early settlers were reminded of a tiger’s roar upon hearing the cry of cougars from the nearby mountainside. Another tale says the name comes from the Cherokee chief, Tiger Tail. The town was incorporated
The topic of the September 2014 edition of the Rabun County Historical Society’s Vintage Rabun newsletter is: Myth Busters Use the link below to download the newsletter in PDF format 2014 Sept Vintage Rabun (PDF)
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