Excerpt from The Story of the Captivity and Rescue From the Indians of Luke Swetland: An Early Settler of the Wyoming Valley and a Soldier of the American Revolution
Luke Swetland was one of the early set tlers of Wyoming Valley, coming with the Connecticut settlers in 1769, so far as I am able to ascertain; possibly it may have been in 1763. The hardships and privations of those early settlers has many times been written in prose and verse collectively; but records of the trials and troubles of individuals are few. The awful blow that fell upon the Slocum fam ily, when little Frances was captured by the Indians, and but a short time after, Jonathan Slocum, her father, was murdered by them, has been recalled and preserved in story in a book written and published by his descendant, Mrs. Martha Bennett Phelps, and has a deserved place in history. No one can read of that sad event, and of the wonderful incidents con nected with the discovery of the captive with out a due appreciation of the troubles incident to'' the early days of fair Wyoming, and a sincere respect for kindred that has so per petuated the memory of her ancestors.
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Almira (S wetland) Merrifield, and my A unt, Harriet (S wetland) Whiston, the story of their Granddaddy, Luke Swetland, with whom they spent their childhood days, that I feel competent to make a permanent record of it, and to rewrite his own narrative of his captivity. I gratefully acknowledge the aid of Mrs. Kate Pettibone Dickson in the publication of this book and dedicate it to the memory of her mother, Caroline M. (S wetland) Pettibone, a great granddaughter of Luke Swetland. E. Merrifield. January,
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the captivating story of Luke Swetland, a pioneer who settled in Wyoming Valley in the late 18th century. The author, a descendant of Luke, meticulously recounts his ancestor's experiences during a tumultuous era marked by conflict with Native Americans and the struggle for control of the Wyoming Valley. The book paints a vivid picture of life on the frontier, detailing the hardships and dangers faced by early settlers. Through Luke's own words, we learn about his capture by Seneca Indians, his brutal treatment, and his eventual escape. The author provides insights into the culture and practices of the Seneca, offering a glimpse into the lives of the Native Americans who inhabited this region. The book weaves together elements of personal narrative, historical documentation, and poignant commentary on the complex relationship between settlers and Native Americans in the late 18th century. The author's intimate knowledge of the subject and her commitment to preserving Luke Swetland's story provides a valuable and engaging look into a critical period in American history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331768005_0
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