Crane Township will celebrate its bicentennial next year in August 2025. As part of the bicentennial celebration, the Trustees commissioned a flag to honor the township’s rich history. Designed by Anna Wells, niece of Trustee Kevin Stuart, and officially approved by the Trustees in August 2024, the flag’s elements are filled with symbolism that reflects the township’s past and present.
The top section of the flag is blue, symbolizing the Maumee River that flows through the township. This river was once a crucial waterway for early settlers and played a significant role in the township’s founding and development.
A gold band runs horizontally across the center, representing the transition from the township’s early days to its modern era. This band pays tribute to key historical events such as the construction of the canal system, the 1887 Reservoir War, and the expansion of the railroads, all of which were pivotal to the township’s growth and progress.
The bottom section is green, highlighting Crane Township’s strong agricultural heritage and its deep roots in the fertile lands of the Great Black Swamp. At the center of the flag, a silhouette of a wheat stalk stands proudly, symbolizing agriculture as the primary industry of Crane Township and a cornerstone of its community.
