Why Is Ohio's Capital Named Columbus?

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Description: Lawmakers filled in a blank on Feb. 21, 1812, and no record says why. Do you agree with the Columbus statues being removed from public places in Columbus? Tell us in the comments.

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Why Is Ohio's Capital Named Columbus?

Columbus Franklin County Local history

Lawmakers filled in a blank on Feb. 21, 1812, and no record says why. Do you agree with the Columbus statues being removed from public places in Columbus? Tell us in the comments.

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