About Defiance, Ohio efiance, Ohio is a relatively small town in northwest Ohio, with a population of approximately 17,000.We are just about one hour's drive from both Toledo, Ohio, and Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Defiance has a rich history.
Located at the junction of the Auglaize and Maumee Rivers, there are many historic buildings and sites to visit. Fort Defiance was constructed during the Indian Wars of the late 1700's. Fort Winchester, near the same site, was constructed during the War of 1812. Pontiac Park, named to honor Chief Pontiac, has many markers depicting events of that time. The district has approximately 3,000 students.