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Col. William Crawford Capture Site

Leesville, Ohio • Crawford County

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About This Property

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The Col. William Crawford Capture Site in Leesville, Ohio, marks the location where Colonel William Crawford and his men were captured by Native Americans during the American Revolutionary War. This rugged terrain was the scene of a pivotal and tragic event in frontier history.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Site
Acreage
0.1
Listed Date
4/3/1979
Other Names
Not specified

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Military; Exploration/Settlement
Periods of Significance
1750 Ad - 1799 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
No
Level - State
No
Level - Local
Yes
Level - Not Indicated
No

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