Jonathan Alder
American pioneer
Died when: 75 years 135 days (904 months)Star Sign: Virgo
Jonathan Alder (September 17, 1773 – January 30, 1849) was an American pioneer, and the first white settler in Madison County, Ohio.As a young child living in Virginia, Alder was kidnapped by Shawnee Indians, and later adopted by a Mingo chief in the Ohio Country.
He lived with the Native Americans for many years before returning to the white community.Alder settled near present-day Plain City, Ohio, where he became a farmer.
He was reunited with his birth family, which moved to Ohio with him, and also had a short career as a military officer during the War of 1812.
A middle school, high school, and school district in Plain City all bear his name.
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