Franklin, city in Warren County, Ohio, United States
Franklin is a city in Warren County, Ohio, located along the Great Miami River with a population of around eleven thousand six hundred and ninety people. The city sits on both sides of the river, connected by bridges, with the eastern border running along Interstate 75.
Franklin was founded in 1796 by William Schenck and officially recognized as a town in 1984. The city grew with the Miami and Erie Canal built between 1825 and 1845, which brought trade and industry, and a railroad was constructed in 1872.
The city is named after Benjamin Franklin, reflecting its connection to early American ideals and the importance of influential figures in shaping communities. This naming choice shows how the town identified itself with progress and public service from its beginning.
The best way to explore Franklin is on foot through downtown or along the river on local trails. Parking is generally easy to find, and the city has parks, green spaces, and a library open to visitors.
Franklin opened the world's first garbage recycling plant in 1971, which converted metals and paper into useful materials. This early commitment to environmental care showed the city was thinking ahead about sustainability.
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