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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Williams County

 
Clickable Map of Williams County, North Dakota and Immediately Adjacent Jurisdictions image/svg+xml 2019-10-06 U.S. Census Bureau, Abe.suleiman; Lokal_Profil; HMdb.org; J.J.Prats/dc:title> https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Usa_counties_large.svg Williams County, ND (37) Burke County, ND (1) Divide County, ND (1) McKenzie County, ND (21) Mountrail County, ND (1) Richland County, MT (3) Roosevelt County, MT (9) Sheridan County, MT (1)  WilliamsCounty(37) Williams County (37)  BurkeCounty(1) Burke County (1)  DivideCounty(1) Divide County (1)  McKenzieCounty(21) McKenzie County (21)  MountrailCounty(1) Mountrail County (1)  RichlandCountyMontana(3) Richland County (3)  RooseveltCounty(9) Roosevelt County (9)  SheridanCounty(1) Sheridan County (1)
Williston is the county seat for Williams County
Adjacent to Williams County, North Dakota
      Burke County (1)  
      Divide County (1)  
      McKenzie County (21)  
      Mountrail County (1)  
      Richland County, Montana (3)  
      Roosevelt County, Montana (9)  
      Sheridan County, Montana (1)  
 
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1 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — A Beaver BoomMissouri-Yellowstone Confluence Interpretive Center
Near 39th Lane Northwest near 153rd Avenue Northwest.
beaver is in every bend -- William Clark
Before the European colonization of North America, the use of animals for food and clothing seemed to have been in balance with the wildlife population. Once native people . . . Map (db m143013) HM
2 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Bourgeois House
Near Mondak Backroad 1 near 143rd Avenue Northwest (State Route 1804).
The was the most elaborate structure on the upper Missouri River during the peak of the fur trade. Guided by elegant and detailed drawings of the artist Rudolph Frederich Kurz, an 1866 photograph of the house by William Illingworth, and . . . Map (db m143218) HM
3 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Buford-Trenton ProjectThe Power of the Missouri — A U.S. Reclamation Service project contracted 1905-1908 —
Near 39 near 153rd Avenue Northwest.
Irrigation possibilities in the area were recognized as early as 1902. On November 18th, 1904 the Buford-Trenton Project was authorized by the Secretary of the Interior. Reclamation Service (now the Federal Bureau of Reclamation) specifications . . . Map (db m143023) HM
4 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Cemetery
Near 39th Lane Northwest near 153rd Avenue Northwest.
Of the 161 burials in the Fort Buford cemetery, only a handful were directly related to combat. Soldiers as well as military dependents, civilians, Indian scouts employed by the army, and Indians visiting or living near the fort were buried here. . . . Map (db m143203) HM
5 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Dwelling Range
Near Mondak Backroad 1 near 143rd Avenue Northwest (State Route 1804).
Directly in front of you is the site of the Dwelling Range. It was used to house a variety of people – clerks, interpreters, hunters, and employees as well as their Indian wives and children. The original structure was destroyed by fire in . . . Map (db m143217) HM
6 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Field Officers' QuartersFort Buford State Historic Site
Near 39th Lane Northwest near 153rd Avenue Northwest.
This building was constructed in 1871 as the post commanding officers' quarters. It served in that capacity until 1889, when a new commanding officers' quarters was built near the north side of the post. The single most important event that . . . Map (db m143159) HM
7 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Fort Buford Historic Site
On 39th Lane NW.
Fort Buford a United States Military Post named in honor of General John Buford of Gettysburg fame was established on this location in the fall of 1866. Preceding it on this site were two trading posts. Fort William erected in 1833 and Fort Mortimer . . . Map (db m96746) HM
8 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Fort Buford State Historic Site
On 39th Lane Northwest near 153rd Avenue Northwest, on the left when traveling west.
Fort Buford was named for Major General John Buford, a Union commander at the Battle of Gettysburg. The establishment of Fort Buford in 1866 safeguarded the territory surrounding the confluence of the Missouri and Yellowstone Rivers and served as a . . . Map (db m143064) HM
9 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Front Gate
Near Mondak Backroad 1 near 143rd Avenue Northwest (State Route 1804).
Visitors entering the Fort from the river side had to pass through outer and inner gates separated by an enclosed area with access to the Indian Trade Room. When the outer gate was closed, trading could be carried on through a wicket (or window) . . . Map (db m143221) HM
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10 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Fur Trade FortsProtecting the Fur Trade
Near 39th Lane Northwest near 153rd Avenue Northwest.
Fort Williams (1833-1834) Fort Williams was constructed in late 1833 by the firm of Sublette & Campbell and named for one of its founders. William Sublette and Robert Campbell were St. Louis businessmen involved in the Rocky Mountain fur . . . Map (db m143022) HM
11 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Gravel Pits
On Mondak Backroad 1 near 143rd Avenue Northwest (State Route 1804), on the left when traveling east.
River banks here are underlayed with a stable base of gravel. This was important to the American Fur Company when it selected this site to build Fort Union because its presence stabilized the riverbank from erosion and kept down mud. Gravel is . . . Map (db m143236) HM
12 North Dakota, williams County, Williston — Guardhouse and Officer of the Guard BuildingFort Buford State Historic Site
Near 39th Lane Northwest near 153rd Avenue Northwest.
The guardhouse (directly in front of you) and the officer of the guard building (the building to your right) were the heart of the fort's readiness and security functions. The officer of the guard supervised the men on guard duty who manned the . . . Map (db m143163) HM
13 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Hospital
Near 39th Lane Northwest near 153rd Avenue Northwest.
Fort Buford had no hospital during the first year of its existence. In the fall of 1867, quarters originally constructed to house the interpreter and mechanic were pressed into service as a hospital. The following summer, the hospital was moved into . . . Map (db m143202) HM
14 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Infantry BarracksFort Buford State Historic Site
Near 39th Lane Northwest near 153rd Avenue Northwest.
The building you are now facing a reconstruction of a mid-1870s infantry barracks. It has been reconstructed where an original barracks once stood. In 1867, adobe barracks were constructed to house Fort Buford's enlisted men. Adobe, a useful . . . Map (db m143160) HM
15 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Lesser Known Forts at the Confluence
On 39th Lane Northwest at 153rd Avenue Northwest on 39th Lane Northwest.
Fort Henry Fort Henry was established in 1822 by the fur trading firm of Ashley and Henry. Intended as a supply depot for trapping expeditions up the Yellowstone and Missouri Rivers, it was deemed too far from the mountains and abandoned in . . . Map (db m143011) HM
16 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Lewis & Clark's AmericaBringing Back The Past
Near 39th Lane Northwest near 153rd Avenue Northwest.
(THEN) In 1804, President Thomas Jefferson sent Captains Meriwether Lewis and William Clark and their "Corps of Discovery" to explore the American West and record "the dates at which particular plants put forth or lose their flower, of . . . Map (db m143024) HM
17 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Lewis and Clark Trail
On Mondak Backroad 1 near 143rd Avenue Northwest (State Route 1804), on the left when traveling east.
Meriwether Lewis and William Clark were among the first to recognize the suitability of this site for a trading post. Their expedition (1804-1806) passed through this area on its way to the Pacific Coast. The explorers noted that the riverbank . . . Map (db m143237) HM
18 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Missouri-Yellowstone ConfluenceMissouri-Yellowstone Confluence Interpretive Center
Near 39th Lane Northwest near 153rd Avenue Northwest.
… this long wished for spot -- Meriwether Lewis
For many generations, Native peoples came from all directions for the abundant bison and other game, using only seasonal settlements in order to follow migrating . . . Map (db m143014) HM
19 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Missouri-Yellowstone Confluence AreaWilliams County — Lewis & Clark in North Dakota —
Near 39th Lane Northwest near 153rd Avenue Northwest.
Thursday and Friday, April 25 and 26, 1805 Rich wildlife heralded the expedition's arrival at the Yellowstone-Missouri confluence. Impatient, Lewis ascended the south bluff to view the "wide and fertile vallies." He camped Thursday . . . Map (db m143038) HM
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20 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — MosquitoesMissouri-Yellowstone Confluence Interpretive Center
Near 39th Lane Northwest near 153rd Avenue Northwest.
Musquetors excessively troublesom - William Clark (who used 19 different spellings for the pests) Buzzzz. Mosquitoes make us reach for the insect repellent, since being bitten by a mosquito can be anything from annoying to deadly. . . . Map (db m143012) HM
21 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — North Dakota Masonic FoundationFt. Buford Historic Site — (The first chartered Masonic Lodge in North Dakota) —
On 39th Lane Northwest near 153rd Avenue Northwest.
Original location of Yellowstone Lodge No. 88 A.F.&A.M. - Est. Jan. 26, 1871 by the officers and soldiers of the 6th and 7th Infantry, and fort civilians through a dispensation from the Grand Lodge of Minnesota Eureka Prince Hall Buffalo . . . Map (db m143068) HM
22 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Outpost on the MissouriFort Union Trading Post National Historic Site — National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —
On State Highway 1804.
Early explorers reported that America’s western mountains were rich in furs. As a part of a plan to extend trading into the Upper Missouri country, John Jacob Astor’s American Fur Company built Fort Union here, near the junction of the Missouri and . . . Map (db m62068) HM
23 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Oxbow WetlandA Winding Wildlife Protector
Near 39th Lane Northwest near 153rd Avenue Northwest.
In the natural process of carving away sediments from their banks, rivers and streams meander back and forth across the land. Often times, sharp curves in the river form a loop which is gradually shut off rom the flow of water. The area which is . . . Map (db m143015) HM
24 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Parade GroundFort Buford State Historic Site
Near 39th Lane Northwest near 153rd Avenue Northwest.
At the center of every frontier fort was a parade ground. Fort Buford's parade ground ultimately grew to a rectangular space measuring 800 by 300 feet. At one point in its history, two parade grounds were planned, one for infantry and one for . . . Map (db m143161) HM
25 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Plants of the PlainsMissouri-Yellowstone Confluence Interpretive Center
Near 39th Lane Northwest near 153rd Avenue Northwest.
The Countrey in every direction is plains. -- William Clark This area held large herds of bison, elk, and deer, which had grazed on grasses and shrubs for millennia. Chief among the native grasses were big bluestem, buffalo grass, and . . . Map (db m143204) HM
26 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Post Trader's ComplexFort Buford State Historic Site
Near 39th Lane Northwest near 153rd Avenue Northwest.
Post traders supplied forts with items the army would not or could not supply. Post traders could not sell any goods provided through the army's commissary. They sold food such as eggs, milk, cheese, vegetables, tobacco, and cloth. The post . . . Map (db m143067) HM
27 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Powder Magazine
Near 39th Lane NW, 0.5 miles west of 153rd Avenue Northwest, on the right when traveling north.
This powder magazine was built circa 1875 and housed much of the Fort Buford ammunition supply and other ordnance stores. Fort Buford has two earlier magazines. This 1875 building replaced a partially underground magazine which had stone-lined . . . Map (db m168281) HM
28 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — River Interstates
On Mondak Backroad 1 near 143rd Avenue Northwest (State Route 1804), on the left when traveling east.
In the nineteenth century, the fastest and easiest means of transport was by water. Riverways linked major United States cities with posts on the frontier. The Missouri and Mississippi Rivers, and their tributaries were highways of commerce to St. . . . Map (db m143238) HM
29 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Riverboat Landing
Near Mondak Backroad 1 near 143rd Avenue Northwest (State Route 1804).
During the historic period, Fort Union's busy deep-water landing was located just below where you are now standing. Riverboats and other vessels tied up here to off-load and on-load passengers and cargo. Over the years, the Missouri River slowly . . . Map (db m143220) HM
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30 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Stepping "Off the Map" in the Louisiana Territory
On Mondak Backroad 1 near 143rd Avenue Northwest (State Route 1804), on the right when traveling east.
The object of you mission is to explore the Missouri river & such principal stream of it, as by its course and communication with the waters of the Pacific ocean, whether the Columbia, Oregon, Colorado, or any other river may offer the most . . . Map (db m143239) HM
31 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Store Range
Near Mondak Backroad 1 near 143rd Avenue Northwest (State Route 1804).
Just in front of you are the stone foundations of the Store Range. This was the principal warehouse and business center at Fort Union. Here, furs and robes were processed for shipment to St. Louis. Meat was stored in the center room. Visitors . . . Map (db m143219) HM
32 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Telegraph OfficeFort Buford State Historic Site
Near 39th Lane Northwest near 153rd Avenue Northwest.
The Telegraph Office was a single-story, wood frame building measuring thirty-six by seventeen feet. Extension of the telegraph line from Fort Stevenson (near Garrison, ND) to Fort Buford was completed in October 1878. The arrival of the telegraph . . . Map (db m143076) HM
33 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — The ConfluenceThe Missouri and Yellowstone
Near 39th Lane Northwest near 153rd Avenue Northwest.
Captain Lewis Thursday, April 25, 1805 On the Missouri River, near the entrance of the Yellowstone River "...I ascended the hills from whence I had a most pleasing view of the country, particularly of the wide and fertile . . . Map (db m143037) HM
34 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — The Old Red Brick Williams County CourthouseWilliams County Centennial — 1891-1991 —
On East Broadway (North Dakota Route 1804) at 1st Avenue East, on the right when traveling east on East Broadway.
Located on this site, the old red brick courthouse, born during the boom of 1899, built to serve Williams County citizens as the capitol of their government. The courthouse was a place criminals and bootleggers received their verdicts, ranchers . . . Map (db m202897) HM
35 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — The Prairie
Near Mondak Backroad 1 near 143rd Avenue Northwest (North Dakota Route 1804).
Overland travelers usually departed from the back gate, which was located just behind where you are now standing. This was the take-off point to the wilderness, trails and gold fields beyond. The vast prairie lay before them. In summer, Indian . . . Map (db m143206) HM
36 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Water Ways and MeanFort Buford State Historic Site
Near 39th Lane Northwest near 153rd Avenue Northwest.
Sawmill & Water Tower One of the first projects for the soldiers arriving to build Fort Buford in 1866 was to build a sawmill. By June, 1866, the fort's sawmill was in operation providing sawn planks for building material in the construction . . . Map (db m143205) HM
37 North Dakota, Williams County, Williston — Yellowstone Lodge #88 Ancient Free and Accepted Masons
Near 39th Lane Northwest near 153rd Avenue Northwest.
Site of Yellowstone Lodge #88 Ancient Free and Accepted Masons at Fort Buford, Dakota Territory under dispensation and charter from the Grand Lodge of Minnesota. The Lodge was active from January 26, 1871 to June 6, 1874 and occupied the first . . . Map (db m143070) HM
38 Ohio, Williams County, Bridgewater Center — First Millstone Used in Mill
On County Route 10 at County Route P50, on the left when traveling north on County Route 10.
First millstone used in mill Built 1844 west of bridge by Riley Parker Benjiman Vancourt and Richard Whittington Also used in Waldenmeyer Mill 1852 one half mile east. Wms. Co. Historical Society 1960Map (db m171853) HM
39 Ohio, Williams County, Bryan — Bicentennials of the Northwest Ordinance and the U.S. Constitution
On South Main Street (U.S. 127) just north of West Butler Street, on the right when traveling south.
These trees honoring the Bicentennials of the Northwest Ordinance and the US Constitution were sponsored by Ohio's: Dept. of Natural Resources, Nurserymen's Association, Daughters of the American Revolution 1787 - 1987Map (db m241981) HM
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40 Ohio, Williams County, Bryan — Bryan Veterans Memorial
On South Main Street (U.S. 127) at West Butler Street, on the left when traveling north on South Main Street.
In thanksgiving to God and in tribute to all men and women who served in the armed forces of their country during all warsMap (db m134962) WM
41 Ohio, Williams County, Bryan — 3-86 — Bryan's Air Mail Field
On North Main Street (U.S. 127) at East Foster Street on North Main Street.
Here, on September 6, 1918, Bryans’ Air Mail Field began oeprations as one of Ohio’s first official airfields ith the arrival of a survey flight to establish air mail service between New York and Chicago. Scheduled servcie began on July 1, 1919, and . . . Map (db m3358) HM
42 Ohio, Williams County, Bryan — Evans Post No. 149 G.A.R.
On East High Street (Ohio Route 2/34) west of North Walnut Street, on the right when traveling east.
In Memory Of Evans Post No. 149 G.A.R.Map (db m188447) WM
43 Ohio, Williams County, Bryan — Fountain City AmphitheaterBryan Area Foundation Project 2020
Near Center Street at Mayberry Drive, on the left when traveling east.
In 2009, community members in collaboration with the Bryan Area Foundation, established Project 2020 with the intent to make small contributions over a period of years to fund a major project that would positively impact citizens for years to . . . Map (db m173278) HM
44 Ohio, Williams County, Bryan — G. Grant Brown Building
On South Lynn Street just south of West High Street, on the right when traveling south.
This building is dedicated to honor the memory of G. Grant Brown (1910-2001). Throughout his long and active life, Grant consistently served the citizens of the City of Bryan and Williams County. He was always ready, willing, and able to . . . Map (db m160848) HM
45 Ohio, Williams County, Bryan — Meditation Garden
Near South Main Street (U.S. 127) at Brenner Street, on the right when traveling north.
Let us hold in sacred memory all those who served their country in defense of freedom liberty justice And let us not forget those who gave their lives and paid supreme the sacrifice for us and for all mankindMap (db m182383) WM
46 Ohio, Williams County, Bryan — 4-86 — Rail Speed Record
On Paige Street near North Lynn Street.
In 1966 the New York Central railroad Company (A.E. Perlman, President) proposed a test of existing rail passenger equipment to determine the feasibility of operating high-speed passenger service between cities up to 300 miles apart. The site chosen . . . Map (db m5622) HM
47 Ohio, Williams County, Bryan — 7-86 — Richard E. Schreder1915 - 2002
Near County Road D, 0.4 miles east of County Road 16, on the right when traveling east. Reported missing.
Richard E. Schreder grew up in Toledo, Ohio and graduated from the University of Toledo with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He was a decorated navy pilot and iconic aviation figure who helped shape the American soaring movement, . . . Map (db m178433) HM
48 Ohio, Williams County, Bryan — The Rock
On County Road 13, 0.1 miles south of Center Street (County Road 12C), on the left when traveling south.
Dedicated to all the Bryan Students and Athletes for whom it brings back fond memories. Relocated from Washington Elementary School Grounds October 2017Map (db m188445) HM
49 Ohio, Williams County, Bryan — Williams County Courthouse
On West High Street (Ohio Route 34), on the right when traveling east.
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior May 7, 1973 Donated by Bryan Historic Homes AssociationMap (db m171868) HM
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50 Ohio, Williams County, Bryan, Pulaski Township — Bryan Parks and Recreation DepartmentSkate Park
On East Perry Street west of County Road 15, on the right when traveling west.
The vision of two young men that became a reality for many by the generous contributions of time and money by friends of the Surrounding communities. This skate park, dedicated on Oct 25, 2001, is in memory of Garret Lockhart, who believed . . . Map (db m217106) HM
51 Ohio, Williams County, Denmark — Denmark
On County Road 24, 0.2 miles west of County Road 5, on the right when traveling north.
Site of tavern, post office and store in town of Denmark surveyed Dec. 25 1834 First in Williams County, Bellefontaine Road cut through 1831.Map (db m184020) HM
52 Ohio, Williams County, Edgerton — 6-86 — Cedar Hill Farm
On County Road C.75, 0.1 miles east of County Road 5, on the left when traveling east.
The Cedar Hill Farm Homestead story began in 1864 when John Burchard purchased the farmland. It has been in the Kisseberth family since 1903 and gained centennial status in 2003. In 2008, the Ohio Centennial Farm of Cedar Hill became the first farm . . . Map (db m69047) HM
53 Ohio, Williams County, Edgerton — Edgerton Civil War Monument
On S. Michigan Avenue (Ohio Route 49) at E. Indiana Street (U.S. 6), on the right when traveling north on S. Michigan Avenue.
Erected A.D. 1912 by W.A. Slaughter Post W.R.C. and Patriotic Citizens of Edgerton and Vicinity To the Memory of Those who served Their CountryMap (db m69061) WM
54 Ohio, Williams County, Edgerton — Edgerton Fire Bell
Near S. Michigan Avenue (Ohio Route 49) at E. Indiana Street (U.S. 6), on the right when traveling north.
This Bell was first installed in the bell tower of the town hall on August 13, 1885, and was used for fire and alarms. The Fire Bell was relocated to the Town Hall court yard of August 13, 1990.      This Fire Bell served the residents as its only . . . Map (db m69062) HM
55 Ohio, Williams County, Edgerton — 10-86 — Edgerton Town Hall & Park Opera House
On South Michigan Street (U.S. 6) at East Indiana (U.S. 6), on the right when traveling north on South Michigan Street.
Side A Edgerton was settled beside the St. Joseph River when the Lake Shore & Michigan Southern railroad was completed in 1854. The village was incorporated on December 4, 1865, and named for Alfred P. Edgerton, who donated the land for the . . . Map (db m134571) HM
56 Ohio, Williams County, Edgerton — Edgerton Veterans Memorial
On South Elm Street north of Sargent Street, on the right when traveling south.
In true appreciation of all veterans who have preserved this great nationMap (db m193375) WM
57 Ohio, Williams County, Edgerton — Saint Mary SchoolA. D. MCMXXVII
On South Locust Street just south of West Bement Street, on the right when traveling south.
Religion, morality, and knowledge, being necessary to good government and the happiness of mankind, schools and the means of education shall be forever encouraged. Ordinance of the Northwest Territory article . . . Map (db m191931) HM
58 Ohio, Williams County, Edon — Edgar "Mr. Pop" Buell1913-1980 — Humanitarian —
On South Michigan Street (Route 49) just south of West Indiana Street (Ohio Route 34), on the right when traveling south.
Worked with, lived with, loved the Hmong Lao refugees in Laos, 1960-1980. His life truly made a difference.Map (db m184019) HM
59 Ohio, Williams County, Edon, Florence Township — G. Kent Adams
On West Indiana Street (Ohio Route 34) at Webster Street, on the right when traveling east on West Indiana Street.
Mr. Adams was employed with the Edon Northwest School District in August 1960. In addition to teaching commercial subjects, Mr. Adams served as Head Basketball Coach, Head Baseball Coach and Athletic Director. In 1967, Mr. Adams led the Edon . . . Map (db m219733) HM
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60 Ohio, Williams County, Evansport — Buck Cemetery Civil War Memorial
Near Williams-Defiance County Line Road (County Route A) 0.2 miles east of County Route 1, on the left when traveling east.
In honor of those who served Andres, Benedick, Co. "C", 67th OVI Fehliman, Lewis, KIA. Co. "D", 38th OVI Kimble, Henry, Co. "E", 14th OVI Kimble, William, Co. "D", 38th OVI Lawrence, William, Co. "F", 48th OVI Meek, Andrew, Co. "E", 14th . . . Map (db m182705) WM
61 Ohio, Williams County, Holliday City — Site of Parkersburg
On County Road I, 0.1 miles east of County Road 1550, on the left when traveling east.
North of this point lies the village of Parkersburg, pelted by Andre Ferrier, Jan. 25, 1838. The village plot was vacated Sept. 1844. North of C R. I, along Beaver Creek, lie the sites of three mills: The Andrew Smith Sawmill built ca 1837; . . . Map (db m165790) HM
62 Ohio, Williams County, Montpeiler — Montpelier
On East Madison Street (Ohio Route 107) 0.1 miles east of East 2nd Street, on the right when traveling west.
Birthplace Of Dr. Paul A. Siple, polar explorerMap (db m178438) HM
63 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Agnew-Shinabarger American Legion Post 307 Pioneer, Ohio
On E. Main Street, on the left when traveling east.
The members of post 307 dedicate this memorial to all that have sacrificed for our freedoms. May its presence enlighten all to the true cost of sending soldiers into harms way and never again shall citizens unfairly judge soldiers for their role . . . Map (db m183098) WM
64 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Bob's Boulevard
On East Main Street (Ohio Route 107) just east of Henry Street, on the left when traveling east.
Honoring and recognizing Robert Walkup, Robert Reamsnyder, Robert Frey and Robert Bauer for their patriotism and dedication to the memory of the veterans of Williams County, Ohio, in the establishment and construction of the Williams County . . . Map (db m182389) HM WM
65 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Dr. Paul Allman Siple
On North Jonesville Street at West Madison Street, on the left when traveling north on North Jonesville Street.
Dr. Paul Allman Siple Born 1908 in Montpelier, Ohio Died 1968 in Arlington, Va. Scientist, polar explorer, inventor and author Honored by educators, governments, industry, international scientists Map (db m134574) HM
66 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Entry of The United StatesWilliams County World War I Memorial
On East Main Street (Ohio Route 107) east of Henry Street, on the left when traveling east.
Non-intervention At the outbreak of the war the United States pursued a policy of non-Intervention, avoiding conflict while trying to broker a peace When a German U-boat sank the British liner Lusitania on 7 May 1915 with 120 Americans . . . Map (db m185867) HM
67 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Gold and Blue Star Families
On North Jonesville Street near West Main Street (Ohio Route 576), on the right when traveling north.
In recognition of all Americans who support those who defend our freedomMap (db m134634) WM
68 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — History Of The Williams County Veterans Memorial
On East Main Street (Ohio Route 107) just east of Henry Street, on the left when traveling east.
This project was born with a simple thought of creating a memorial to honor all veterans of Williams County, Ohio. The first question to be answered was "what is an appropriate memorial for those that have served". Some served in . . . Map (db m182390) HM WM
69 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — June 4 - 7, 1942Williams County World War 2 Memorial
On East Main Street (Ohio Route 107) east of Henry Street, on the left when traveling east. Reported permanently removed.
The Battle of Midway was a major naval battle, widely regarded as the most important one of the Pacific Campaign of World War II. It took place from June 4 to 7, 1942, approximately one month after the Battle of the Coral Sea, five months after . . . Map (db m186090) HM WM
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70 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — June 6, 1944Williams County World War 2 Memorial
On East Main Street (Ohio Route 107) east of Henry Street, on the left when traveling east. Reported permanently removed.
The Normandy landings were the landing operations of the Allied invasion of Normandy. also known as Operation Overlord and Operation Neptune, during World War II. The landings commenced on Tuesday, 6 June 1944 (D-Day). beginning at 6:30 AM . . . Map (db m186089) HM WM
71 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Montpelier Civil War Memorial
Near West Main Street (Ohio Route 107) 0.2 miles east of East Drive, on the right when traveling east.
To the memory of soldiers and sailors of the war of 1861—1865 Erected by Hiram Louden Post No. 155 Grand Army Of The Republic and the Woman's Relief Corps No. 210Map (db m193537) WM
72 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Montpelier FootballA tradition since 1922
On Charlies Way at East Brown Road, on the right when traveling south on Charlies Way.
NWOAL Champions 1945, 1956, 1950, 1983 State playoffs 1992, 1993 State Runner-up 1973 Original member of the Northwest Ohio Athletic League - Ohio's Oldest LeagueMap (db m185135) HM
73 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Montpelier Honor Guard Members
On E. Main Street, on the right when traveling west.
Bill Goddard • Dane Michael • Ric Echler • Jerry Keesbury • Bob Keesbury • Dennis Keesbury • Jim Keesbury • John Schuman • Larry Sines • Orren Vanzile • Ron Whetro • Larry Beck • Kevin Motter • Larry Lee • Jim Brace • . . . Map (db m182906) WM
74 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Montpelier Town Hall
On North Jonesville Street, on the left when traveling north.
Erected by the Village of Montpelier and Superior Township, ground was broken for this historic structure in August 1892. It was occupied by January 1893. The Town Hall was constructed by Sam Martin at a contract price of $4,190.85 Williams . . . Map (db m134580) HM
75 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Nort Centeral High School Veterans Memorial
On East Main Street (Ohio Route 107) just east of Henry Street, on the left when traveling east.
In honor of those who serve and have servedMap (db m183114) WM
76 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — 2-86 — Paul Allman Siple
On South Empire Street.
Paul Allman Siple was born here on December 18, 1908. In 1927, he was chosen from thousands of ambitious Eagle Scouts to accompany Admiral Richard E. Byrd on his first Antarctic Expedition. Twelve years later, while attending Clark University in . . . Map (db m4009) HM
77 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Peace Keeping & Cold War Service Memorial
Near East Main Street (Ohio Route 107) just east of Henry Street, on the left when traveling east.
Cold War The Cold War was a period of heightened tension between the former Allies of World War II, primarily the United States and the Soviet Union/Russia, spanning from 1947 to 1991. With the liberation of former countries once occupied by . . . Map (db m184372) HM WM
78 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Persian Gulf-Afghanistan-Iraq-Somalia War Memorial
On East Main Street (Ohio Route 107) just east of Henry Street, on the left when traveling east. Reported permanently removed.
Persian Gulf 1990 to 1993 Afghanistan 2003 to Iraq 2003 to Somalia 2003 toMap (db m184373) WM
79 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Serving Williams County Beginning To Present
On East Main Street (Ohio Route 107) just east of Henry Street, on the left when traveling east. Reported permanently removed.
History Of The Williams County Veterans Memorial This project was born with a simple thought of creating a memorial to honor all veterans of Williams County, Ohio. The first question to be answered was "what is an appropriate . . . Map (db m183404) HM WM
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80 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — The Great WarWilliams County World War I Memorial
On East Main Street (Ohio Route 107) east of Henry Street, on the left when traveling east.
World War I (WWI), which was predominantly called the World War or the Great War from its occurrence until 1939, and the First World War or World War I thereafter, was a major war centered in Europe that began on 28 July 1914 and lasted until 11 . . . Map (db m248603) HM WM
81 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — 1-86 — The Nettle Lake Mound Group
On County Road 475, 1 mile County Road R.
(Obverse): The Nettle Lake Mound group consists of 4 low mounds overlooking a stream that runs into Nettle Lake. The mounds vary in height from 1 to 3 feet and in diameter from 18 to 3- feet. The mounds are composed primarily of . . . Map (db m4010) HM
82 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Veterans Memorial
On East Main Street (Ohio Route 107) just east of Henry Street, on the left when traveling east.
In honor of Kunkle VeteransMap (db m183110) WM
83 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Veterans Memorial
On East Main Street (Ohio Route 107) just east of Henry Street, on the left when traveling east.
The members of VFW Post 8628 dedicate this memorial to all that have paid the price "past and present” for the freedoms we enjoy today!Map (db m183112) WM
84 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Veterans Memorial
On Empire Street north of West Jefferson Street, on the right when traveling north.
In tribute to the veterans of Montpelier who gave in peace and in time of warMap (db m193521) WM
85 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Veterans Memorial Bench
On East Main Street, on the left when traveling east.
Dedicated to all veterans from Montpelier, Ohio "All gave some. Some gave all"Map (db m171850) WM
86 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Williams County Afghanistan War and 2nd Iraq War Memorial
On East Main Street (Ohio Route 107) just east of Henry Street, on the left when traveling east.
The United States invasion of Afghanistan, known as Operation Enduring Freedom, occurred on 7 October 2001, after the 9/11 attacks on US. soil. President George W. Bush demanded that the Taliban, the extremist organization that had gained control . . . Map (db m183091) WM
87 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Williams County Civil War MemorialCivil War — 1861 to 1865 —
Near East Main Street (Ohio Route 107) west of Lincoln Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
The American Civil War The American Civil War (1861-1865), often referred to as The Civil War in the United States was a civil war fought over the secession of the Confederacy. In response to tho election of an anti-slavery Republican as . . . Map (db m185603) WM
88 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Williams County Cold War Memorial
On East Main Street (Route 107) just east of Henry Street, on the left when traveling east.
The Cold War was a period of heightened tension between the former Allies of World War II, primarily the United States and the Soviet Union/Russia, spanning from 1947 to 1991. With the liberation of former countries once occupied by Nazi Germany, . . . Map (db m183100) HM WM
89 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Williams County Korean War Memorial
On East Main Street (Ohio Route 107) just north of Henry Street, on the left when traveling east.
As part of the Japanese surrender at the end of WWI; the Korean peninsula was divided along the 38th Parallel, with Communist Russia placed in a protectorate state over the north and the United States over the south. An election was to determine . . . Map (db m183103) HM WM
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90 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Williams County Korean War Memorial
On East Main Street (Ohio Route 107) east of Henry Street, on the left when traveling east. Reported permanently removed.
6.8 million Americans served in the Korean War. 54.246 total U.S. deaths during the Korean War era of these 33,739 were actual battle deaths 7140 total P.O.W.'s of these 4418 returned to the United States 2701 died and 21 refused . . . Map (db m186087) WM
91 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Williams County Persian Gulf War Memorial
On East Main Street (Ohio Route 107) just east of Henry Street, on the left when traveling east.
The Persian Gulf War was the result of Iraq invading and annexing the oil rich nation of Kuwait at the order of Iraqi dictator, Saddam Hussein, and the threat to Saudi Arabia. It was conducted in two phases, Operation Desert Shield, from August . . . Map (db m183096) HM WM
92 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Williams County Veterans MemorialA Very Complex Memorial — Thousands of Names —
On East Main Street (Ohio Route 107) at Lincoln Avenue, on the right when traveling west on East Main Street.
Those who sacrificed for our freedoms deserve to be rememberedMap (db m134960) HM
93 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Williams County Veterans Memorial
On East Main Street (Route 107) just east of River Street, on the right when traveling west.
Dedicated to all Williams County Veterans by the Williams County MarinesMap (db m182388) WM
94 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Williams County Vietnam War Memorial
On East Main Street (Ohio Route 107) just east of Henry Street, on the right when traveling west.
After a Communist insurgency ended French Colonial rule of Vietnam the country became divided into Communist North Vietnam and pro-Western South Vietnam. An election to unify the country was to be held in 1956, but the President of South Vietnam . . . Map (db m182908) HM WM
95 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Williams County Vietnam War Memorial
On East Main Street (Ohio Route 107) just east of Henry Street, on the left when traveling east.
In January 1968, the Tet Offensive began. Attacks were carried out in more than 100 cities and outposts across South Vietnam. Also the US Embassy in Saigon was invaded. U.S. public support for the war began to wane. In May 1969. at Ap . . . Map (db m183102) HM WM
96 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Williams County Vietnam War Memorial
On East Main Street (Ohio Route 107) just east of Henry Street, on the left when traveling east. Reported permanently removed.
Vietnam War The Vietnam War was a Cold War military conflict that occurred in Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia from 11 November 1955 to the fall of Saigon on 30 April 1975. This war followed the First Indochina War and was fought between North . . . Map (db m183406) HM WM
97 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Williams County Vietnam War Memorial
On East Main Street (Route 107) just east of Henry Street, on the left when traveling east. Reported permanently removed.
The Vietnam Women's Memorial This memorial dedicated to the women of the United States who served in the Vietnam War most of whom were nurses. It serves as a reminder of the importance of women in the conflict It depicts three . . . Map (db m183414) HM WM
98 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Williams County War Memorial
On E. Main Street, on the left when traveling west. Reported permanently removed.
The American Revolutionary War (1775–1783), the American War of Independence, or simply the Revolutionary War in America, began as a war between the Kingdom of Great Britain and thirteen British colonies in North America, and ended in a global war . . . Map (db m186067) WM
99 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Williams County World War 2 Memorial
On East Main Street (Ohio Route 107) east of Henry Street, on the left when traveling east. Reported permanently removed.
The Battle of Balikpapan was the concluding stage of the Borrieo campaign (1945). The landings took place on 1 July 1945. The Australian 7th Division, composed of the 18th, 21st and 25th Infantry Brigades, with support troops, made an . . . Map (db m186088) HM WM
100 Ohio, Williams County, Montpelier — Williams County World War II Memorial
On East Main Street just east of Henry Street, on the left when traveling east.
U.S. Forces crossed the Rhine River on the 7th of March 1945 at Remagen, Germany after seizing a railroad bridge. Nazi-German forces, severely weakened from lösses during the recent Battle of the Bulge and starving for petroleum products because . . . Map (db m183104) HM WM

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