[6] Named for Francis Duchoquet, a French trapper who lived with local Shawnees,[7] it is the only Duchouquet Township statewide.

This structure was a meeting place for the most prominent Native American leaders in the region, such as Blue Jacket, Captain Logan, Little Turtle, and Tecumseh.

[7] Duchouquet Township was formed on March 4, 1833, while still part of Allen County.

[10] The township is governed by a three-member board of trustees, who are elected in November of odd-numbered years to a four-year term beginning on the following January 1.

The southern sections of Duchouquet Township are served by the Wapakoneta post office (45895), with the northern section being served by the Cridersville branch of the Lima post office (45806).