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Columbus, Georgia: Coca Cola Inventor's Grave

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Linwood Cemetery

Address:
Linwood Blvd., Columbus, GA
Directions:
Linwood Cemetery. Grave back along rear fence, diagonal to Pediatrics Center entrance.
Hours:
Gates open daily 7-7 Local health policies may affect hours and access.
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Coca Cola Inventor's Grave

Lewis Pemberton has both the Confederate battle flag and "Originator of Coca-Cola" carved into his tombstone.

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Grave of Dr. John Pemberton.

Coca Cola Inventor's Grave

Go straight on Magnolia (2-lane gravel road) to the back fence, turn left when ends, left on North St #1. Needs some love.

[Susan, 03/26/2023]

Grave of Coke inventor.

Coca Cola Inventor's Grave

Linwood Cemetery Park closes early. They have parties there. Notice the Coke bottle on the grave.

[James, 11/01/2011]

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