Clearcreek Township in Springboro in Warren County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

Springboro

1815 - 2015

Photographed by Craig Doda, July 2, 2023

1. Springboro Marker

Inscription. This monument recognizes the 200 year bicentennial celebration, honoring Springboro founder, Jonathan Wright (1782-1855). His vision for equality and diversity were guiding principles as a conductor on the Underground Railroad. Jonathan's legacy was deeply rooted in his Quaker heritage and helping others achieve freedom and independence.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Abolition & Underground RR • Settlements & Settlers.

Location. 39° 33.171′ N, 84° 13.998′ W. Marker is in Springboro, Ohio, in Warren County. It is in Clearcreek Township. It is on South Main Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 310 S Main Street, Springboro OH 45066, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Greater Cincinnati

and in the Miami Valley.

It is also in the American Midwest

and in the Corn Belt.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy,

the territory of the Mississippian Culture,

and the Northwest Territory.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Jonathan Wright Chapter, NSDAR (a few steps from this marker); Town Hall, Jail, and Fire Station (a few steps from this marker); Springboro Universalist Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Jack Decker House (within shouting distance of this marker); Jeremiah Stansel House (within shouting distance of this marker); Joseph Stanton House (within shouting distance

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of this marker); The Spring House (within shouting distance of this marker); Odd Fellows Hall (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Springboro.

Photographed by Craig Doda, July 2, 2023

2. Springboro Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on July 26, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 18, 2023, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 227 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 18, 2023, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.