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The map above shows Franklinton and Columbus in 1872. The area had developed quite a bit by this time. Can you locate the area where the Scioto River and Olentangy River meet? Can you locate Gift Street? These are important locations you will learn about in this chapter.
Source: Franklin County Engineer
CHAPTER 1. EARLY SETTLEMENTS, 1797-1830
INTRODUCTION
Focus Question: How and why did the Columbus area change in the early 1800s?
In this chapter, you will investigate early settlements in the area of Columbus, Ohio. You will learn about:
You will know you are successful in this chapter when you can:
In this chapter, you will investigate early settlements in the area of Columbus, Ohio. You will learn about:
- the study of history through primary and secondary sources;
- the first settlements in Franklinton and Columbus;
- how early setters interacted with the environment; and
- the creation of Columbus as a capital city.
You will know you are successful in this chapter when you can:
- Draw conclusions about change over time using primary and secondary sources.
- Explain how Lucas and Sarah Sullivant improved the community and promoted the common good.
- Describe how early settlers used rivers and modified the environment.
- Explain how the creation of Columbus as a capital city affected the growth of the city.