Historical Marker
Pvt. William J. Knight
Historical marker location:
Apple Creek, Ohio
( Memorial is at the intersection of East Main Street (Dover Road) (U.S. 250) and Maple Street, on the right when traveling west on East Main Street (Dover Road).)
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.