Turkey Foot Rock

Lower marker

On this rock according to tradition, Chief Turkey Foot of the Ottawa Indians rallied his warriors during the Battle of Fallen Timbers. Here he was killed and for many years tribesmen made offerings of tobacco on the rock to appease the Great Spirit.

Native American Memorial marker

In memory of all the American Indians who gave their lives at this place, including members of the following tribes.

Chippewa •

Ottawa •

Delaware •

Potawatami •

Miami •

Shawnee •

Mingo •

Wyandot

Dedicated August 20, 1994 at the 200th Anniversary Commemoration of the Battle of Fallen Timbers.

Marker can be reached from Fallen Timbers Lane ½ mile north of U.S. 24, on the left when traveling west.

Courtesy hmdb.org

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