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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Defiance_County,_OhioDefiance County, Ohio - Wikipedia

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   Its county seat and largest city is Defiance. [3] The county was named after an early Army fortification, Fort Defiance, which was so named by Mad Anthony Wayne to signify the settlers' "defiance" of the Indians. [4][5] The Defiance, OH Micropolitan Statistical Area includes all of Defiance County.

2. visitdefianceohio.com › explore › historyHistory - Defiance, OH

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   The site of old Fort Defiance at the confluence of the Auglaize and Maumee Rivers is a location rich in history. Several historic markers are located on the site detailing some of the location’s unique features.

3. www.familysearch.org › en › wikiDefiance County, Ohio Genealogy - FamilySearch

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   Bible Records

   For an extensive list of resources for Bible Records see Ohio Bible Records.

   Biographies

   1. Defiance County, Ohio: a collection of historical sketches and family histories ... Compiled by Defiance County Historical Society (Dallas, Texas: Taylor Publishing Company, 1976) Online at FamilySearch Digital Library

   Church Records

   Church records and the information they provide vary significantly depending on the denomination and the record keeper. They may contain information about members of the congregation, such as age, date of baptism, christening, or birth; marriage information and maiden names; and death date. For general information about Ohio denominations, see Ohio Church Records. 1. 1765-1947 Ohio, Church and Civil Births and Baptisms, 1765-1947 at FamilySearch — How to Use this Collection; index and images;...

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   Archives

   Listed below are archives in Defiance County. For state-wide archival repositories, see Ohio Archives and Libraries.

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   Libraries

   Listed below are libraries in Defiance County. For state-wide library facilities, see Ohio Archives and Libraries. Defiance Public Library System 320 Fort St Defiance, Ohio 43512 419-782-1456 Website

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   Listed below are societies in Defiance County. For state-wide genealogical societies, see Ohio Societies. Defiance County Historical Society Region 1 PO Box 801 Defiance, OH 43512-0801 419-990-0107 Email: villageauglaize@gmail.com Website Defiance County Genealogical Society PO BOX 7006 Defiance, OH 43512-7006 Email: defiancegenealogy2002@yahoo.com...

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   Local Gov't Records by County at Ohio History Connection— Browse their list; records are not online.

   Custom Browse of Historical Collections at Ohio Memory— Use map or alpha bar to select county or place, then browse search options in left sidebar.

   Ohio Genealogical Society ($)- online databases

   Defiance County at OHGenWeb

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4. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Defiance,_OhioDefiance, Ohio - Wikipedia

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   1 hour ago · 2394492 [ 2 ] Website. City of Defiance, Ohio. Defiance is a city in and the county seat of Defiance County, Ohio, United States, about 55 miles (89 km) southwest of Toledo and 47 miles (76 km) northeast of Fort Wayne, Indiana, in Ohio's northwestern corner. [ 5 ] The population was 17,066 at the 2020 census.

5. freepages.rootsweb.com › genealogy › defianceDefiance County, Ohio - RootsWeb

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   DEFIANCE COUNTY was erected March 4, 1845 from Willliams, Henry and Paulding, and named from Fort Defiance. It is watered by the Auglaize, the Tiffin and the Maumee; this last-named street was anciently called “Miami of the Lake,” and sometimes “ Omee.”

6. en.geneanet.org › library › docHistory of Defiance County, Ohio : containing a history of ...

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   Publisher: History of Defiance County, Ohio : containing a history of the County , its townships, towns, etc. , military record , portraits of early settlers and prominent men , farm views, personal reminiscences, etc. Number of pages: 404 pages. Year: 1976 - 1976.

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   Where is Defiance Ohio located?

   • "Shell Town." Defiance is a city in and the county seat of Defiance County, Ohio, United States, about 55 miles (89 km) southwest of Toledo and 47 miles (76 km) northeast of Fort Wayne, Indiana, in Ohio's northwestern corner. The population was 17,066 at the 2020 census.

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   Where can I find a history of Defiance County Ohio?

   • A history of Defiance County, Ohio can be found online at the Internet Archive; FamilySearch Digital Library\. The collection also includes 1888-1919 Ohio Soldier Home Records for soldiers from Defiance County. (FamilySearch Digital Library)

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   What is Defiance County OH known for?

   • Its county seat and largest city is Defiance. [ 3 ] The county was named after an early Army fortification, Fort Defiance, which was so named by Mad Anthony Wayne to signify the settlers' "defiance" of the Indians. [ 4 ][ 5 ] The Defiance, OH Micropolitan Statistical Area includes all of Defiance County.

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   Where is Defiance County located?

   • Defiance County is located in the northwestern area of the state. It was named after an early Army fortification, Fort Defiance.

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   When did defiance become a city?

   • In 1822, Defiance was laid out as a town. In 1845, it was made the county seat of the newly created county, and it became a city in 1881.

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   Where is Fort Defiance located?

   • The site of old Fort Defiance at the confluence of the Auglaize and Maumee Rivers is a location rich in history. Several historic markers are located on the site detailing some of the location’s unique features. The flagstaff at this location marks the survey baseline for all land north to Canada.

   History - Defiance, OH

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8. www.ereferencedesk.com › ohio › defianceDefiance County, Ohio: History and Information - eReferenceDesk

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   Jul 23, 2008 · Discover Defiance County, Ohio history and origin. Find resources to Defiance County geography, demographics, cities, and education.