Athens County

The book explores the pioneering history of Athens County, Ohio, highlighting its establishment following the Revolutionary War and the Northwest Ordinance of 1787. It details the arrival of settlers in 1788, the end of conflicts with Native Americans, and the discovery of valuable resources like salt, coal, and clay. The narrative emphasizes the foresight of early visionaries who laid the groundwork for a university, leading to the flourishing of Ohio University in Athens over two centuries later.