Originally settled by James Demint in 1801, Springfield, Ohio, boasts a history marked by rich agrarian roots and striking industrial advances. The full range is chronicled here in a second Images of
America volume, featuring over one hundred archival
photographs alongside the captions that illuminate
them. Those familiar with author Harry Laybourne's
first volume on Springfield, or those encountering its history for the very first time, will undertake a journey that deepens an understanding of this fascinating city. Home to Wittenberg University, the Clark County Historical...

Referred to as "Champion City," "Home City," and "City of Roses," Springfield's diversity and
pride inspires various nicknames from its residents.
First settled in 1799, Springfield quickly grew to
become one of Ohio's most important industrial towns, the products of its great factories encircling
the globe. Springfield is a compilation of historic photographs collected by author Harry Laybourne over the past 43 years. Using over two hundred images combined with historical explanations, this book chronicles the town's history from 1890 to present. Laybourne gives the reader a...