East Toledo in Lucas County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Peter Navarre
Photographed By Dale K. Benington, May 18, 2009
1. Front of Peter Navarre Marker
Peter Navarre, 1790-1874. Considered the first citizen of the East Side, Peter Navarre, along with his brother Robert, first settled the land east of the Maumee River in 1807. A fur trader by profession, Navarre was experienced in wilderness survival and had a deep understanding of Native American life. He died on March 20, 1874, and was buried at Mt. Carmel Cemetery across the river from his beloved East Toledo. In 1922, the City of Toledo declared September 9th Peter Navarre Day, an official city holiday. This marker commemorates the 200th anniversary of the founding of East Toledo.
Peter Navarre, War of 1812. During the War of 1812, Peter Navarre acted as a scout for the American army and provided intelligence about enemy strength and locations. Navarre was responsible for passing communications between Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry at Port Clinton and General William Henry Harrison at Fort Seneca during August and September 1813. On September 9, Navarre was sent to Perry with orders to begin the attack against the British. The Battle of Lake Erie was fought the following day. His skill and resourcefulness to pass through enemy territory aided the United States in retaining this area during the war.
Erected 2007 by East Toledo Historical Society, The Ohio Historical
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Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Native Americans • Settlements & Settlers • War of 1812. In addition, it is included in the Former U.S. Presidents: #09 William Henry Harrison, and the Ohio Historical Society / The Ohio History Connection series lists. A significant historical date for this entry is March 20, 1874.
Location. 41° 38.055′ N, 83° 30.641′ W. Marker is in Toledo, Ohio, in Lucas County. It is in East Toledo. Marker is at the intersection of White Street and Ellis Avenue, on the left when traveling south on White Street. This marker is located in East Toledo's Navarre Park, in front of the park shelter house. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Toledo OH 43605, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Peter and Robert Navarre (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); A Prehistoric Fort (approx. 1.1 miles away); Old Street Lamp (approx. 1.2 miles away); a different marker also named Old Street Lamp (approx. 1.2 miles away); Brandville School (approx. 1.2 miles away); Land in High Demand / Treaty of Fort Industry (approx. 1.3 miles away); Bigger, Better, Quicker, Faster! / The Glass City
Photographed By Dale K. Benington
2. Peter Navarre Marker
Photographed By Craig Doda, April 30, 2022
3. Peter Navarre Marker
The marker seems to have been replaced or repaired, also heavy fading.
Photographed By Craig Doda, April 30, 2022
4. Peter Navarre Marker
The marker seems to have been replaced or repaired, also heavy fading.
Photographed By Dale K. Benington
5. Peter Navarre Grave Marker
View of gravestone marker at the head of the grave, with what appears to be a pole with a missing historical marker at the foot of the grave.
Photographed By Dale K. Benington
6. Peter Navarre Grave Marker
Another view of the gravestone marker and the pole with what appears to be a missing historical marker at the foot of the grave.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 4, 2023. It was originally submitted on May 26, 2009, by Dale K. Benington of Toledo, Ohio. This page has been viewed 2,165 times since then and 58 times this year. Last updated on June 2, 2009, by Dale K. Benington of Toledo, Ohio. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 26, 2009, by Dale K. Benington of Toledo, Ohio. 3, 4. submitted on May 1, 2022, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. 5, 6. submitted on May 26, 2009, by Dale K. Benington of Toledo, Ohio. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.
