New Harrison, Ohio

New Harrison is an unincorporated community in Darke County, in the U.S. state of Ohio.[1]

History

New Harrison was laid out in 1837.[2] A post office called New Harrison was established in 1852, and remained in operation until 1859.[3] The growth and prosperity of New Harrison was soon hampered by its proximity to Gettysburg.[4]

References

Coordinates: 40°06′44″N 84°31′03″W / 40.11222°N 84.51750°W / 40.11222; -84.51750


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