Old Franklinton Cemetery in Columbus, OH, established in 1799, is believed to be the oldest burying ground in Central Ohio. Once a beautiful graveyard surrounded by a locust grove, the cemetery now stands mostly forgotten, with only a few deteriorating tombstones remaining.
This historic site is the resting place of notable figures such as Lucas Sullivant, the founder of Franklinton and Columbus, as well as veterans from the Revolutionary War, War of 1812, and the Civil War. Despite its neglected state, Franklinton Cemetery holds a significant place in the history of the region, recognized by the Franklin County Historical Society as a valuable historical site.
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