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| name = Dade County, Georgia<br />
| settlement_type = County<br />
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| image_map = Map of Georgia highlighting Dade County.svg<br />
| map_caption = Location within the state of Georgia<br />
| coordinates = {{coord|34.85|-85.5|display=inline,title}}<br />
| subdivision_type = Country<br />
| subdivision_name = United States<br />
| subdivision_type1 = State<br />
| subdivision_name1 = Georgia<br />
| established_title = Founded<br />
| established_date = December 25, 1837<br />
| seat_type = County seat<br />
| seat = [[Trenton, Georgia|Trenton]]<br />
| area_total_sq_mi = 174<br />
| area_land_sq_mi = 174<br />
| area_water_sq_mi = 0.4<br />
| population_as_of = 2020<br />
| population_total = 16,251<br />
| population_density_sq_mi = auto<br />
| timezone = Eastern<br />
| utc_offset = -5<br />
| timezone_DST = Eastern<br />
| utc_offset_DST = -4<br />
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'''Dade County''' is a county located in the northwestern corner of the [[U.S. state]] of [[Georgia (U.S. state)|Georgia]]. As of the 2020 census, the population was 16,251. The county seat is [[Trenton, Georgia|Trenton]].<br />
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== History ==<br />
Dade County was established on December 25, 1837, by an act of the Georgia General Assembly. It was named after Major [[Francis L. Dade]], who was killed in the [[Second Seminole War]].<br />
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The county is notable for its unique history of secession. In 1860, Dade County symbolically seceded from the state of Georgia and the United States, rejoining the Union in 1945. This act was largely symbolic and not recognized by the state or federal government.<br />
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== Geography ==<br />
Dade County is part of the [[Chattanooga, TN-GA Metropolitan Statistical Area]]. It is located in the northwestern corner of Georgia, bordered by [[Alabama]] to the west and [[Tennessee]] to the north. The county is characterized by its mountainous terrain, being part of the [[Appalachian Mountains]].<br />
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=== Adjacent counties ===<br />
* [[Walker County, Georgia|Walker County]] - east<br />
* [[Jackson County, Alabama|Jackson County, Alabama]] - west<br />
* [[DeKalb County, Alabama|DeKalb County, Alabama]] - southwest<br />
* [[Hamilton County, Tennessee|Hamilton County, Tennessee]] - north<br />
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== Demographics ==<br />
As of the 2020 United States Census, there were 16,251 people, 6,500 households, and 4,500 families residing in the county. The population density was 93.4 inhabitants per square mile.<br />
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== Economy ==<br />
The economy of Dade County is diverse, with sectors including agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism. The county's natural beauty and proximity to [[Chattanooga, Tennessee|Chattanooga]] make it a popular destination for outdoor activities such as hiking and rock climbing.<br />
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== Education ==<br />
Dade County is served by the [[Dade County School District (Georgia)|Dade County School District]], which includes several elementary schools, a middle school, and [[Dade County High School]].<br />
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== Attractions ==<br />
* [[Cloudland Canyon State Park]] - A popular state park known for its scenic views and hiking trails.<br />
* [[Lookout Mountain]] - A mountain ridge that offers various outdoor activities and attractions.<br />
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== Notable People ==<br />
* [[John Brown Gordon]] - A Confederate general and politician who was born in Dade County.<br />
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== See also ==<br />
* [[List of counties in Georgia]]<br />
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== References ==<br />
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== External links ==<br />
* [http://www.dadecounty-ga.gov/ Dade County Government]<br />
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[[Category:Counties in Georgia (U.S. state)]]<br />
[[Category:1837 establishments in Georgia (U.S. state)]]<br />
[[Category:Chattanooga metropolitan area]]</div>Prab