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society2 years ago

Ohio National Forest Considers Name Change Amid Controversy

The Wayne National Forest in Ohio may undergo a name change following requests from American Indian Tribes and the local community. The current name, derived from General Anthony Wayne, is seen as offensive due to his violent campaign against the indigenous community in Ohio. Proposed new names include Buckeye National Forest, Ohio National Forest, and Koteewa National Forest. The U.S. Forest Service is seeking public feedback on the matter. Similar changes have been made to federal landmarks and national parks to remove derogatory names related to Native Americans.

via The Hill|
#name-change#native-americans#ohio
environment2 years ago

Ohio National Forest Considers Name Change Amid Controversy

The Wayne National Forest in Ohio may be renamed Buckeye National Forest following requests from American Indian Tribes and the local community. The current name is seen as offensive due to General Anthony Wayne's "violent campaign" against the Indigenous community in Ohio. Other potential names under consideration are Ohio National Forest and Koteewa National Forest. The public has until September 5th to provide feedback on the proposed name change.

via WJW FOX 8 News Cleveland|
#environment#forest-service#indigenous-community
politics2 years ago

Controversy Surrounds Renaming of Ohio's Wayne National Forest

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Forest Service has proposed renaming Ohio's Wayne National Forest to Buckeye National Forest, sparking a debate over the controversial history of its namesake, Gen. "Mad" Anthony Wayne. Wayne played a significant role in defeating indigenous tribes in Ohio and paving the way for westward expansion, but his actions also involved violence and destruction. Indigenous communities support the name change, while others argue that it denigrates Ohio's history and shows a lack of fidelity to the nation's founding generation. The debate highlights the complex legacy of Wayne and the need to remember history while acknowledging its darker aspects.

via cleveland.com|
#historical-legacy#indigenous-peoples#name-change