Auglaize County, Ohio
Auglaize County Courthouse
Blume High School
Boesel, Adolph, House
Boesel, Julius, House
Egypt Catholic Church and Rectory
First Presbyterian Church of Wapakoneta
Fledderjohann, H. E., House, Doctor's Office and Summer Kitchen
Fort Amanda Site
Fountain Hotel, The
Glynnwood Catholic Church
Holy Rosary Catholic Church
Luelleman, William, House
Minster Elementary School
Nichols, John H., House
Rinehart, Hugh T., House
St. Augustine Catholic Church
St. John Catholic Church and Parish Hall
St. Joseph Catholic Church and School
Uniopolis Town Hall
Wapakoneta Commercial Historic District
Williams, Dr. Issac Elmer, House And Office
Wintzer, Charles, Building
1874 Casper Rhine Boots And Shoe Store
2 North Washington Street
34 South Washington Street
6 N. Washington St.
Apollo Command Module and Gemini Spacecraft Mock-ups
Auglaize County Veterans Memorial
Bicentennial of the Northwest Ordinance Tree
Blackhoof's Last Home
Bloody Bridge
Bowstring Girder
Broadwell Mill
Catahecassa
Cholera Marker
Congressional Medal of Honor Recipients
Dayton and Michigan Railroad
Dudley Nichols
F5D Skylancer
Five Fun Facts About Neil Armstrong & Wapakoneta
Fort Amanda
Fort Amanda
Fort Amanda Monument
Fort St. Marys
Fort St. Marys / Fort Barbee / Girty Town
Francis J. Stallo's log cabin
Grand Lake Saint Marys
Headwaters of the Auglaize River
History of Roof Shingles on Memorial Bridge
Lock 13 Rehabilitation Project
Loramie Summit
Manchester School
Memorial Park
Miami and Erie Canal
Miami and Erie Canal, New Bremen
Minster
Minster's Origins
Neil Armstrong's Boyhood Home
New Bremen Veterans Memorial
New Bremen Volunteer Fire Department
New Knoxville: The Ladbergen Kinship
On This Site Stood The Original Sheriff's Residence And Jail.
Partners
Pioneer Cabin
Plank Road
Reservoir Mill, St. Marys
Saint Marys River
Scioto River
Serving Our Country
Sketch of a Soldier
St. Marys
St. Marys Veterans Memorial
Story of Fort Amanda
Strategic Location
Sts. Peter and Paul Church
The 77 Unknown Soldiers
The Auglaize County Courthouse
The Cemetery
The Charles F. Herbst Building (1905)
The Crescent Theater
The Fort: Construction
The Fort: Supply Depot
The John H. Nichols House
The Log Church
The Miami & Erie Canal and New Bremen
The Mystery Stone
The Shannon Stock Company
The Story of this Site
The "Short Level" of the Miami and Erie Canal
Town Pond Reservoir Cridersville's Great Fire of 1918
Transportation
Troops Stationed at Fort Amanda
Uniopolis Town Hall
United States of America Congressional Medal Of Honor Recipents
Veterans Memorial
Wapaghonetta Reservation
Wapakoneta
Wapakoneta
Wapakoneta (Wapaughkonnetta)
Wapakoneta All Wars Memorial
Wapakoneta Commercial Historic District
Wapakoneta Heritage Parkway
Wapakoneta Hometown Of Neil Armstrong
Wapakoneta Woman's Club, Inc.
White Feather's Town
Willow Branch Veterans Memorial
With Honor and Remembrance
The county's official establishment came in 1848, when it was separated from Mercer County. The name "Auglaize" itself is derived from the Native American term meaning "fallen timbers," a nod to the dense forests that encompassed the area. As the county developed, agriculture became a vital aspect of the local economy, with crops such as corn, wheat, and soybeans being cultivated.
In the early 20th century, Auglaize County experienced significant growth and development. The construction of the Miami and Erie Canal in the mid-1800s greatly contributed to the county's prosperity, facilitating trade and transportation. Additionally, the discovery of natural gas and oil in the area spurred further economic growth, leading to the establishment of new businesses and industries.
Over the years, Auglaize County has also been home to notable figures and events. Neil Armstrong, the first person to walk on the moon, was born in the county seat of Wapakoneta. The county also played a role in the Underground Railroad during the mid-19th century, as abolitionists assisted enslaved individuals in their escape to freedom.
Today, Auglaize County continues to thrive as a vibrant community. Its picturesque landscapes, historical sites, and strong sense of community make it an attractive destination for residents and visitors alike. The county is known for its agricultural heritage, charming small towns, and ongoing efforts to preserve its history.
Brief timeline of the history of Auglaize County, Ohio:
- 1795 - Native American tribes cede control of the land to the United States government through the Treaty of Greenville.
- 1817 - Auglaize County is established as part of Mercer County.
- 1820 - First settler, Samuel Downing, arrives in what is now Auglaize County.
- 1848 - Auglaize County officially separates from Mercer County and becomes its own county.
- 1870 - The Miami and Erie Canal, which runs through Auglaize County, is completed.
- 1880 - The Wabash Railroad is built through Auglaize County, boosting transportation and economic development.
- 1908 - The first automobile is registered in Auglaize County, marking the beginning of a new era in transportation.
- 1942-1945 - Auglaize County contributes to the World War II effort with many residents enlisting in the military or working in war-related industries.
- 1981 - The Neil Armstrong Air and Space Museum, honoring the famous astronaut and Wapakoneta native, opens to the public.
- 1999 - The Auglaize County Courthouse, originally built in 1894, undergoes a major renovation to restore its historic beauty.
This timeline provides a glimpse into the major events and milestones that have shaped the history of Auglaize County, Ohio.