It was formed from the rural portion of Warsaw Township on November 15, 1855, when that township became co-extensive with the city of Warsaw. In November 2016, the township voted to merge with Rocky Run Township due to low population.
The area was formed as a rural part of Warsaw Township on November 15, 1855, when it became integrated with the city of Warsaw. In November 2016, the township decided to merge with Rocky Run Township because of its small population.