Military History
Explore the military history of Lawrence County, Ohio, through historical records, newspaper accounts, photographs, and stories of the men and women who served in the United States Armed Forces.
From the Civil War to more recent conflicts, Lawrence County residents have a long tradition of military service. The county's location along the Ohio River also connected its military history with neighboring communities in West Virginia and Kentucky.
That tradition of remembrance continues through Ironton's historic Memorial Day Parade and the observance of Decoration Day. Learn more about the origins of these traditions in our article on the History of Memorial Day.
Browse the military records, personal accounts, photographs, and historical documents below to discover the experiences of Lawrence County residents who served their country.
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Rev. James Mays
Rev. James Mays is a native of Pike County, Kentucky, born January 5, 1828. His father, James Mays, died on March 28, 1859. His mother’s name is...
Davidson Mays
Davidson Mays was born in Pike County, Kentucky, on September 13, 1823. His parents, James and Elizabeth (Rowe) Mays, came to this county in 1845. ...
Dr. Manasses Litch
Dr. Manasses Litch and Rachel S. Meyers were married in Gallia County, Ohio, on December 11, 1836. He is a native of Bradford, Vermont, born October...
Gabriel H. Leighty
Headstone Photos were taken in Woodland Cemetery in Ironton, Ohio, and courtesy of Matt Bice. Gabriel H. Leighty was born in Scioto County, Ohio, on...
Henry Knapp
Henry Knapp was a native of Germany, where he was born in the year 1805. He was also married in that country, March 8, 1839, to Catherine Shucky,...
Edward F. Kitts
Headstone Photos are courtesy of Matt Bice. Edward F. Kitts was born in Noble County, Ohio, in May 1844, in which county he was married, June 4,...
John C. Kite
John C. Kite and Mary E. Gholson were united in marriage on February 4, 1859, in Lawrence County. They are both natives of this county, his birth...
Nathan Jenkins, Jr.
Elizabeth Jenkins was buried in Mamre Cemetery, Lawrence County, Ohio. Photo courtesy of Matt Bice. Nathan Jenkins, Jr. was born in Lawrence County,...
Jacob Hopkins
Jacob Hopkins was born in Scioto County, Ohio, on July 24, 1837. His parents are Charles and Sarah (Dillon) Hopkins. Jacob Hopkins and Charlotte...