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History of Ohio: A Captivating Guide to the People and Events That Shaped the History of the Buckeye State
The history of Ohio is so much more than farms and factories.
Do you think there isn’t much to know about the US state of Ohio, or do you think you already know everything there is to know? Prepare to be amazed. Ohio is quite possibly the most important state in the United States and has a history as varied and as interesting as any ancient kingdom. The remains of ancient civilizations, the home of some of the richest human beings to ever live, grisly wars for domination, and epic struggles for freedom—Ohio’s history has it all.
From the first humans in Ohio to the great systems of canals and railroads to the development of space travel, Ohioans have been at the center of progress for many years.
Did you know that Ohio and Michigan were once at war? Did you know that the eighteenth, nineteenth, and twentieth US presidents were all from Ohio? Did you know that ancient Ohioans built massive effigy mounds and that we’re only now discovering what they mean?
Ohio has an amazing story to tell the world; you just have to listen. Delve into this book on the history of Ohio and learn more home to many well-known companies and brands, like Goodyear, Tide, Dawn, and Standard Oil;The birthplace of eight US presidents;Great Native American leaders like Tecumseh, Blue Jacket, and Little Turtle;American generals like “Mad” Anthony Wayne, William Henry Harrison, and Ulysses S. Grant;John D. Rockefeller’s rise to power;The first flights of the Wright Brothers;The home of astronauts John Glenn and Neil Armstrong;The bravery of conductors on the Underground Railroad;Revolutionary new findings about the sacred mounds of ancient Ohioans;And so much more!
Scroll up and click “add to cart” to learn more about Ohio!
Do you think there isn’t much to know about the US state of Ohio, or do you think you already know everything there is to know? Prepare to be amazed. Ohio is quite possibly the most important state in the United States and has a history as varied and as interesting as any ancient kingdom. The remains of ancient civilizations, the home of some of the richest human beings to ever live, grisly wars for domination, and epic struggles for freedom—Ohio’s history has it all.
From the first humans in Ohio to the great systems of canals and railroads to the development of space travel, Ohioans have been at the center of progress for many years.
Did you know that Ohio and Michigan were once at war? Did you know that the eighteenth, nineteenth, and twentieth US presidents were all from Ohio? Did you know that ancient Ohioans built massive effigy mounds and that we’re only now discovering what they mean?
Ohio has an amazing story to tell the world; you just have to listen. Delve into this book on the history of Ohio and learn more home to many well-known companies and brands, like Goodyear, Tide, Dawn, and Standard Oil;The birthplace of eight US presidents;Great Native American leaders like Tecumseh, Blue Jacket, and Little Turtle;American generals like “Mad” Anthony Wayne, William Henry Harrison, and Ulysses S. Grant;John D. Rockefeller’s rise to power;The first flights of the Wright Brothers;The home of astronauts John Glenn and Neil Armstrong;The bravery of conductors on the Underground Railroad;Revolutionary new findings about the sacred mounds of ancient Ohioans;And so much more!
Scroll up and click “add to cart” to learn more about Ohio!
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113 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 3, 2022
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February 1, 2023
Good brief history of Ohio so not too in depth. A few interesting tidbits here and there but was often dry at times. Read sometimes as a Wikipedia article.
November 19, 2022
The book covers the history of Ohio from well before it became a state to statehood and after. It notes the first actual settlers were Native Americans in various tribal formats. Gradually the coastal settlements of white people and black slaves started. Their population grew and there was a demand for more land to expand into.
The land belonged to the Native Americans but the book goes into the various battles for that land, the treaties that were broken over and over, and the gradual movement of Native Americans out of the Ohio territory.
The book discusses the various forts that were built, what places developed into regular cities, Porkopolis, Johnny Appleseed, the war of 1812 in relation to Ohio, Native American uprisings, various financial panics, the Eric canal, and the role of Ohio in the Underground Railroad.
The book also discusses sports, riots and famous people from Ohio. There's also a list of further resources. Basically it's a very good introduction to the history of the state.
The land belonged to the Native Americans but the book goes into the various battles for that land, the treaties that were broken over and over, and the gradual movement of Native Americans out of the Ohio territory.
The book discusses the various forts that were built, what places developed into regular cities, Porkopolis, Johnny Appleseed, the war of 1812 in relation to Ohio, Native American uprisings, various financial panics, the Eric canal, and the role of Ohio in the Underground Railroad.
The book also discusses sports, riots and famous people from Ohio. There's also a list of further resources. Basically it's a very good introduction to the history of the state.
December 30, 2024
Nice overview of 200+ years of Ohio history
A nicely written, quick overview of Ohio history. This easy read is really a synopsis of Ohio historical highlights that is interesting and fun to read. If you want a quick overview of major historical events in Ohio, then this is a great choice.
A nicely written, quick overview of Ohio history. This easy read is really a synopsis of Ohio historical highlights that is interesting and fun to read. If you want a quick overview of major historical events in Ohio, then this is a great choice.
November 30, 2022
This was a very interesting read. It starts with the very beginnings of Ohio and ends with present-day times. Different chapters cover different aspects of Ohio's history. This book would definitely be interesting to someone interested in Industrial Revolution America.
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