Logan Elm facts for kids
The Logan Elm was a huge American elm tree that once stood near Circleville, in Pickaway County, Ohio. It was one of the biggest elm trees ever recorded! This amazing tree was about 65 feet (20 meters) tall. Its trunk was 24 feet (7.3 meters) around, and its branches spread out 180 feet (55 meters) wide. Sadly, the tree became sick with Dutch Elm Disease. It was then damaged by a storm and died in 1964. Today, the Logan Elm State Memorial marks the spot. It helps us remember the tree and the important history connected to it.
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The Famous Logan Elm Tree
The Logan Elm was not just any tree. It was a symbol of an important moment in history. People believed that Chief Logan of the Mingo tribe gave a very powerful speech under its branches. This happened in 1774 during a peace meeting. Many say it was the most famous speech ever given by a Native American leader. It is known as "Logan's Lament."
Chief Logan's Powerful Speech
Chief Logan's speech was full of sadness and a desire for peace. He spoke about how he had always been a friend to white settlers. He said he had helped anyone who came to his home hungry or cold. He had even tried to live peacefully with them.
However, Chief Logan explained that his family had been harmed by one man, Colonel Cresap. This event caused him great pain and a desire for justice. He said that he had sought revenge for his family. But now, he was happy to see peace arrive for his people. He made it clear that his joy was not from fear. Chief Logan stated he was never afraid. He ended his speech with a sad question: "Who is there to mourn for Logan? Not one."
Remembering the Logan Elm
Even though the original tree is gone, its memory lives on. The village of Logan Elm and the Logan Elm High School are named after it. They are located nearby in Ohio.
In 1941, a special event was held to celebrate the Logan Elm. It was the 29th annual celebration. A poet named Frank Grubbs was there. He read a poem he had written just for the occasion. He was even called the poet laureate of Ohio.
Images for kids
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Logan Elm State Memorial
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Chief Logan Ohio Historical Marker
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Logan Elm Ohio Historical Marker
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Logan monument
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Logan monument
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Logan monument
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Logan monument
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Logan monument
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Logan monument
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Logan monument
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Cornstalk monument
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Cornstalk monument
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Boggs monument
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Boggs monument
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Boggs monument. This monument mentions that Chief Logan made his speech here. It also notes that Lord Dunmore signed a treaty with the Native Americans in 1774, which helped open the area for settlers.
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Boggs monument. This part of the monument tells about Maj. John Boggs, who was born in 1775. He moved to Ohio in 1798 and built a cabin on this spot.
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Boggs monument. This section was put up by John Boggs Jr. to honor his grandfather and father, who were soldiers, scouts, and pioneers.
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Boggs monument. This part describes Capt. John Boggs, born in 1738. It mentions that two of his sons were affected by conflicts with Native Americans. He moved to Ohio in 1798 and died in 1826.
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Site of Logan Elm
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Site of Logan Elm
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Michael Cresap monument
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Michael Cresap monument
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Michael Cresap monument
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Nonhelema monument
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Nonhelema monument
