Jonathan Alder
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Jonathan Alder (September 17, 1773 ā January 30, 1849)[1] was an American pioneer, and the first white settler in Madison County, Ohio.[2] As a young child living in Virginia, Alder was kidnapped by Shawnee Indians, and later adopted by a Mingo chief in the Ohio Country. He lived with the Native Americans for many years before returning to the white community.[3]
Jonathan Alder | |
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Born | (1773-09-17)September 17, 1773 |
Died | January 30, 1849(1849-01-30) (aged 75) |
Occupation | Farmer |
Known for | settling |
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Alder settled near present-day Plain City, Ohio, where he became a farmer. He was reunited with his birth family, which moved to Ohio with him, and also had a short career as a military officer during the War of 1812.[4] A middle school, high school, and school district in Plain City all bear his name.