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Gen. Simon Perkins Collection
Description: Gen. Simon Perkins (1771-1844) played an active part in the War of 1812, including defending the northwestern portion of Ohio from native and British attack following William Hull's surrender. From 1826 to 1833, he participated in the Ohio Board of Canal Commissioners. His principal job on the board was to raise funds for canal building by selling state bonds. He also helped survey the city of Akron in 1825. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: AL04026
Subjects: Canals--Ohio; Surveying; Ohio--History--War of 1812; Ohio Economy--Transportation and Development
Places: Akron (Ohio); Summit County (Ohio)