This bell was hung in the old court house in 1853 and for 75 years served Ashland County truly & well. It's vibrant tones rang out the news of Lee's surrender, tolled the passing of the immortal Lincoln, pealed forth the victory of Admiral Dewey, …
We dedicate this memorial in honor of those Ashland County veterans who have served their country and also for all those who in the future will serve their country in the military forces of the United States of America
Dedicated November 1987