Historical Notes

Bucyrus has weathered many changes since its founding father, Samuel Norton, arrived from Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania in 1817. Then it was a vast, unpopulated area of hardwood forest.

Bucyrus has seen its sons and fathers proudly serve in several wars. Its streets have changed from dirt to brick to blacktop. It has witnessed the development, height and extinction of steam engine transportation.

For many years, the Lincoln Highway (America's first trans continental road) ran through the middle of the city. During the days of prohibition and gangsters like Al Capone, our city was a stopping point of travel for many mobsters. Today, although blocked off, many of their underground street systems used for quick get-aways still survive.

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