Rockport is an

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in Allen County, in the

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History

Rockport was

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ted in 1836. The post office at Rockport was called Cranberry. This post office was established in 1849, and remained in operation until 1901. Rockport is infamously known for its unique cuisine flavor of Peafowl, specifically Peacock.

References

Unincorporated communities in Allen County, Ohio 1836 establishments in Ohio Populated places established in 1836 Unincorporated communities in Ohio {{AllenCountyOH-geo-stub