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OH HR222

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

7/18/2013

Primary Sponsor

Rex Damschroder

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Origin

House of Representatives

130th General Assembly (2013-2014)

AI Summary

  • Recognizes the Battle of Fort Stephenson on its 200th anniversary, commemorating the battle fought on August 2, 1813, during the War of 1812
  • Honors Major George Croghan and American forces who successfully defended the fort against British and Native American attacks, forcing them to retreat
  • Credits the battle's outcome with ending British attacks on forts in Northwest Ohio and contributing to lasting peace among the United States, Canada, and Great Britain
  • Directs the House Clerk to transmit an authenticated copy of the resolution to the Fort Stephenson Bicentennial Commission

Legislative Description

Recognizing the Battle of Fort Stephenson on its Two Hundredth Anniversary.

Last Action

Adopted

7/18/2013

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