After the American Revolution ended, the fledgling nation gave away land in Georgia to veterans of the war. Thirty-four families established farms and mills in the area that eventually become Auburn, GA. The small farming community slowly grew over the subsequent decades until Civil War reared its ugly head. Both sides raided the farms multiple times in an attempt to replenish their dwindling supplies. A now-defunct railroad company laid down tracks and built a depot in the early 1890s, bringing in a fresh influx of settlers. At this time, it became necessary to establish a postal office and officially found the town. The name, Auburn, was inspired by the rich, red clay soil.