Chief Pontiac - Pontiac, IL
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member Team Farkle 7
N 40° 52.770 W 088° 37.724
16T E 362769 N 4526657
In honor of Chief Pontiac, the city of Pontiac is named after this intrepid warrior.
Waymark Code: WM432A
Location: Illinois, United States
Date Posted: 06/29/2008
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member Special.Ed
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This marker is found in front of the Pontiac Courthouse. Erected in 1936 by the State of Illinois and the Livingston County Historical Society.

It tells of the story of Chief Pontiac and his efforts to lead the Ottawa and Chippewa Indians against the expansion of the European settlers.
County: Livingston

Historical Society: Stte of Illinois

Dedication Date: 1936

Location: In front of courthouse

Website: Not listed
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