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The mission of the society is to increase, interpret, and preserve knowledge of Knox County history. In addition to housing permanent collections, a research library and publishing an informational... More on Heritage

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Inscription. Daniel Decatur Emmett Author of “Dixie” Born and Buried here, , Erected by Ohio Historical Markers Committee. , Location. 40° 24.647′ N, 82° 28.323′ W. Marker is in Mount Vernon, Ohio, ... More on HMDB

Inscription. This is the site of Johnny Appleseed's earliest known recorded landholdings. Appleseed (whose legal name was John Chapman) purchased two parcels from Joseph Walker on September 14, 1809: Mount Vernon town lot 147, upon ... More on HMDB

Inscription. Mary Ann Ball was born in this vicinity in 1817 and began her nursing career at age 20. When the Civil War broke out in 1861, Mary at the age of 45 went to the soldiers' aid. Ignoring rank, protocol, and allegiance, she ... More on HMDB

Inscription. So proudly we stand in tribute to the Veterans of America as one nation under God with liberty and freedom for all. Welcome to the Knox County Veterans Walk of Honor, Public Square Flag Pole, Dedicated: May 26, 2008, ... More on HMDB

Inscription. (south face), “Dulce et decorum est pro patria mori” In grateful appreciation of the Patriotism and selfsacrifice of the lamented sons and soldiers of Knox Co. who for their Country and for freedom, laid down ... More on HMDB

Inscription. Ayers, Edwin Beever, Joseph Bird, Donald, Bunnell, Walter Carpenter, Robert Chambers, Merritt, Chrisman, Clarence Chrisman, Everett Cochran, Chester, Conard, John Dennison, William Donze, Roy, Dunmire, Hershel Dunn, Harrison, ... More on HMDB