Explore the Legacy of the Ohio Militia at the Ross County Heritage Center

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The Ross County Historical Society invites the public to a fascinating evening presentation about the history of the Ohio Militia in the 19th century, featuring historian and collector Larry Strayer. This event will take place on Saturday, June 14 at 6:30pm at the Ross County Heritage Center, located at 45 West Fifth Street in Chillicothe.

Strayer, currently serving as a guest curator for the museum’s Ohio Militia exhibit, will guide attendees through a century of state military history. His talk will explore the origins and evolution of Ohio’s militia system, from statehood in 1803 through its pivotal roles in 19th-century conflicts, culminating at the close of the Spanish-American War.

Following the talk, Strayer will be available in the Ohio Militia exhibit to answer questions.

With an extensive personal collection and years of research, Strayer brings to life the personal stories, uniforms, and objects of the men who served—illuminating how citizen-soldiers shaped both local communities and national history.

This event is free and open to the public, and is a must for anyone interested in military history, Ohio heritage, or the personal narratives behind America’s past.

For more information about this presentation, please contact us at (740) 772-1936 or info@rosscountyhistorical.org.