Historical Markers and War Memorials in Bloomingburg, Ohio
Washington Court House is the county seat for Fayette County
Bloomingburg is in Fayette County
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Recognized by many as “one of the most active communities in Southwestern Ohio, the Bloomingburg area was a significant link in the Underground Railroad. As many as twelve to sixteen escaped slaves were said to have been passed . . . — — Map (db m121781) HM
The Bloomingburg Presbyterian Church and cemetery was established in the northwest corner of the current cemetery grounds on March 7, 1818. Several years later it became a center for anti-slavery activity. The Reverend William Dickey, who presided . . . — — Map (db m27821) HM
This flag pole dedicated
November 11, 1940 by Mayor
William Wrobbel honoring
his father John Wrobbel
recipient of the
Distinguished Service Cross &
veteran of the Spanish-
American War & World War I — — Map (db m121969) WM
The sacrifice of the few
insured the freedom of many
A grateful community
remembers those who served
in the Armed Forces of
the United States during
time of war and peace, whose
courage and personal sacrifices
defended and . . . — — Map (db m121968) WM
