Historical Marker
Harrison
Historical marker location:
Harrison, Ohio
( Marker is on Harrison Avenue near Walnut Street, on the left when traveling west.)
Morgan Invades Ohio. John Hunt Morgan Heritage Trail.
The city of Akron, Ohio, was once known as the "Rubber Capital of the World" because of its thriving rubber industry. Companies like Goodyear, Firestone, and General Tire all had headquarters in Akron at one point.