The Pemberton House in Columbus, Georgia, was added to the National Register of Historic Places on September 28, 1971. This recognition highlights the historical and architectural significance of the house, where John Pemberton lived with his family.

John Stith Pemberton died at the age of 57 in Atlanta, Georgia, from stomach cancer. At the time of his death, he was poor and addicted to morphine, having sold off much of his interest in Coca-Cola. His body was returned to Columbus, Georgia, for burial.

John Pemberton developed an early version of Coca-Cola in Atlanta, Georgia. He formulated the beverage in his laboratory and then partnered with a local pharmacy to test and refine the recipe. This date marks the creation of the original formula for what would become one of the world's most popular drinks.

John Pemberton sustained a sabre wound to the chest during the Battle of Columbus, Georgia, on April 9, 1865. This injury led to his addiction to morphine, which he used to ease the pain. This marked a turning point in his life as he then began experimenting with alternative painkillers, ultimately leading to the creation of Coca-Cola.

The Battle of Columbus took place, resulting in Pemberton suffering a sabre wound to the chest, leading to his morphine addiction. The Battle of Columbus was one of the last battles of the American Civil War, occurring after Lee's surrender at Appomattox, but before news of the surrender reached all areas.

Start of the American Civil War on April 12, 1861. This event is significant as John Pemberton served as a Lieutenant Colonel for the Third Cavalry Battalion of the Georgia State Guard, which was at that time a component of the Confederate Army during this war.

John Stith Pemberton was born on July 8, 1831, in Knoxville, Georgia, United States. He would later become famous as the inventor of Coca-Cola.