In Memory of Simon Kenton (1755-1836)

In Memory of Simon Kenton (1755-1836) is an Ohio historical marker in Champaign County.

Champaign County · 319 Patrick Avenue (OH-54), Urbana, OH, 43078 -- Just inside main entrance to Oakdale Cemetery on Patrick Street (OH-54) and Bodey Circle

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Side A: Simon Kenton who is buried here. During the Revolutionary War he frequently served as scout under George Rogers Clark, and later praised Clark for his role in saving the Kentucky settlements. Kenton’s Indian captivity of 1778-79 acquainted him with the Mad River Country where he subsequently provided leadership in its development. Though a legendary frontier scout and rifleman, Kenton was never biased against the Indians. Side B: Same

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Marker data: Ohio Historical Markers program, Ohio History Connection (Remarkable Ohio)

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