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Brief History. Ohio region was first explored for France by Robert Cavelier, Sieur de la Salle, in 1669, the Ohio region became British property. Ohio was acquired by the U.S. after the Revolutionary War in 1783. In 1788. The first permanent settlement was established at Marietta, capital of the Northwest Territory. The 1790s saw severe fighting with the Indians in Ohio. Ohio became one of the nation's industrial leaders. Attractions include the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Indian burial grounds at Mound City Group National Monument, Perry's Victory International Peace Memorial, the Pro Football Hall of Fame at Canton, and the homes of presidents Grant, Taft, Hayes, Harding, and Garfield.
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