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"The Fort Dearborn Massacre: Written in 1814 by Lieutenant Linai T. Helm, One of the Survivors, with Letters and Narratives of Contemporary Interest" offers a firsthand account of a pivotal event in American history. This gripping narrative recounts the harrowing events surrounding the evacuation and subsequent massacre at Fort Dearborn, the settlement that would become Chicago, during the War of 1812.
Written immediately after the events by a survivor, Lieutenant Helm, this book provides invaluable insight into the realities of frontier life and the brutal conflict between settlers and Native Americans. Supplemented by contemporary letters and narratives, the book paints a vivid picture of a young nation struggling for survival amidst the clash of cultures.
Explore the complexities of this historical tragedy, the lives impacted, and the legacy that shaped the early American Midwest. A vital historical document for anyone interested in the War of 1812, Native American history, or the early history of Chicago.
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