Perrysburg in Wood County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Fort Meigs / Introduction 4
To the Rapids
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Forts and Castles • War of 1812. In addition, it is included in the Former U.S. Presidents: #09 William Henry Harrison series list. A significant historical month for this entry is February 1824.
Location. 41° 33.087′ N, 83° 39.175′ W. Marker is in Perrysburg, Ohio, in Wood County. Marker can be reached from West Indiana Avenue (Ohio Route 65) north of Fort Meigs Road, on the right when traveling south. This historical marker is the fourth in a series of markers that make up a walking tour of Fort Meigs. This particular marker is located just outside of the back doorway of the park's visitor center, along the walkway that leads from the visitor center to the entrance of the reconstructed fort. Touch for map . Marker is in this post office area: 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. Fort Meigs / Introduction 3 (a few steps from this marker); Fort Meigs / Introduction 2 (a few steps from this marker); Fort Meigs / Introduction 1 (within shouting distance of this marker); Fort Meigs / Construction (within shouting distance of this marker); Virginia Soldiers Who Died At Fort Meigs Or In Ohio During the War of 1812 (within shouting distance of this marker); In Memory Of Michael Hayes, Timothy Hayes, Thomas Hayes (within shouting distance of this marker); Memorial Garden (within shouting distance of this marker); Second Fort (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Perrysburg.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on April 30, 2011, by Dale K. Benington of Toledo, Ohio. This page has been viewed 451 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 1, 2011, by Dale K. Benington of Toledo, Ohio.