Perrysburg in Wood County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Blockhouses
Fort Meigs
Photographed By Craig Doda, September 12, 2020
1. Blockhouses Marker
Seven blockhouses were spaced irregularly along
the stockade wall. These blockhouses were intended
to function as defensive positions with at least one
cannon on the first floor and a platoon of men armed
with muskets and rifles stationed on the second floor.
The walls were made of double layers of solid timber
two feet thick. Over time, the buildings also served other
functions. Immediately after the first siege, many of the
blockhouses were converted temporarily into hospitals
to care for the wounded and dying. Later, at least one
blockhouse was used to hold military trials.Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Forts and Castles • Science & Medicine • War of 1812.
Location. 41° 33.221′ N, 83° 39.028′ W. Marker is in Perrysburg, Ohio, in Wood County. Marker can be reached from the intersection of West River Road (Ohio Route 65) and North Ridge Drive, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 29100 W River Rd, Perrysburg OH 43551, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Maumee Rapids (within shouting distance of this marker);
Photographed By Craig Doda, September 12, 2020
2. Blockhouses Marker
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Credits. This page was last revised on March 30, 2021. It was originally submitted on March 30, 2021, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 76 times since then and 3 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 30, 2021, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
