The Crossing at Scioto County

Description: 

Many runaway slaves escaped from Kentucky to Portsmouth, Ohio. They crossed the Ohio River and it was very dangerous due to it being very close to Pro-Slave state. 

LocationMem: 
Scioto County, Ohio
Institution: 
Ohio Department of Transportation & Friends of Freedom Society
Official/Unofficial: 
Official
Group Acknowledged: 
Slaves
Historical Subject: 

Slaves who used the Underground Railroad 

Physical Aspects: 

Plaque 

Date of Dedication: 
10/2004
Place Location: 
Files: 
The Underground Railroad Marker
The Crossing at Scioto County
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