b'CLYDE 45Local Roots Meet National LegacyClyde, Ohio, though small in size, has playedliquor trade, mirroring the larger struggles a vast role in shaping America. Perhaps mostand resilience of small-town America during famously, Clyde was the hometown of authorthat turbulent time.Sherwood Anderson, whos groundbreakingIn 1990, the city earned national attention 1919novelWinesburg,Ohiowasinspiredonthecinematicstagewiththemovie byhisexperiencesgrowinguphere.TheWelcome Home, Roxy Carmichael whose book, a cornerstone of American literature,movie star main character leaves the glitz revolutionized the short story form. and glamour of Hollywood to return to her Clyde is also well known as the boyhoodhometown of Clyde.home of Union General James B. McPherson,Beyond literary, film, and military history, thehighest-rankingOhioankilledintheClyde has been shaped by American industry. CivilWar.AtrustedcommanderunderHome to the Whirlpool Corporations largest GeneralUlyssesS.Grant,McPhersonwashing machine plant in the world, Clyde played a key role in several major militarycontinuestorepresentthestrengthof campaigns. Today, his childhood home andAmericanmanufacturing.Generationsof memorial in McPherson Cemetery stand asworkershavecontributedtoinnovations a lasting tribute to his legacy and the townsthat touch households across the country.connection to national service. Clyde stands as an example of how a small Butthecityshistoryalsohasacolorfultowncanreflectthenationsmilitary, Prohibition-erapast.Duringthe1920s,literary, cinematic, industrial, and rebellious Clyde earned the nickname Little Chicagospiritall woven into the American story. LOCAL INDUSTRY for its bootlegging activity that came from Lake Erie. The town was a hotspot for illicitMEETS CLASSIC HOUSEHOLD BRANDClyde is home to Whirlpools largest washingmachinemanufacturing plantintheworld,afacilitythat haspioneeredadvancementsin appliancedesign,automation,and high-efficiencytechnology.Since opening in the 1950s, the plant has continuouslyevolveditsprocesses, embracing robotics, smart appliance innovation,andsustainable manufacturing practices that reduce energy and water usage. Whirlpools work in Clyde doesnt just produce millionsofwashingmachines eachyear,itrepresentsdecadesof American manufacturing leadership, workforcedevelopment,and technologicalprogress.Whirlpool EXPLORE LIKE A LOCAL Corporation highlights how Sandusky Beyond its history, Clyde is a hub for outdoor fun andCountys modern industry continues family activities. Parks, trails, and nearby reservoirs offerto shape daily life across the country, opportunities for fishing, boating, and leisurely strolls,complementing the areas historical while local shops and eateries provide a welcominginventions and cementing its place in atmosphere for residents and visitors alike. With its mix ofAmericas story.history, recreation, and community spirit, Clyde is a hidden gem worth discovering in Ohios heartland. clydeohio.org'