"Learning by Doing"

Historical marker location:

33175 Ann Arbor Trail, Westland, Michigan

( Marker is at the intersection of Ann Arbor Trail and Edward N Hines Drive, on the right when traveling west on Ann Arbor Trail.)

at Ford's Nankin Mill Schoolhouse.

Michigan played a significant role in the Civil War. Over 90,000 Michigan men served in the Union Army, and the state's contributions to the war effort included manufacturing weapons and supplies, providing food and clothing for soldiers, and supporting the Underground Railroad.