Marietta: Ohio's First Permanent Foothold Ohio, a state rich in history and natural beauty, boasts a fascinating origin story, beginning with its very first permanent settlement: Marietta. Nestled at the confluence of the Muskingum and Ohio Rivers, Marietta holds a significant place in the narrative of American westward expansion. The story of Marietta begins in the aftermath of the American Revolutionary War. The newly formed United States government, eager to expand its territory and … [Read more...]