Terre Haute, Ohio

Terre Haute is an unincorporated community in Champaign County, in the U.S. state of Ohio.[1]

History

Terre Haute was laid out and platted in 1836.[2] The community was so named on account of its lofty elevation, Terre Haute being a name derived from the French meaning "high ground".[2] A post office called Terre Haute was established in 1846, and discontinued in 1900.[3]

References

Coordinates: 40°02′58″N 83°52′41″W / 40.04944°N 83.87806°W / 40.04944; -83.87806


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