The Rachel Plummer Narrative: A Stirring Narrative of Adventure, Hardship and Privation in the Early Days of Texas, Depicting Struggles With the Indians and Other Adventures (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Capture of Fort Parker - inhuman butchery of its inmates Marvelous escape of my brother's wife and two children Mrs. Duty, my mother-ih-law, stabbed by the Indians and left as dead - sufferings of my family and those with us in escaping to the Settlement - order of troops to our relief and their recall to meet the Mexicans - the scene at the fort on my return with fourteen men.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a harrowing and deeply personal account of the hardships faced by early Texas settlers, as seen through the eyes of a pioneer leader. Recounting the brutal capture of Fort Parker by Comanche and other Native American tribes in 1836, the author details the tragic loss of family members and the desperate struggle for survival against overwhelming odds. The narrative vividly portrays the raw emotions and desperate measures taken by the survivors as they journeyed through a treacherous wilderness, battling hunger, exhaustion, and the constant threat of pursuit. The author's subsequent efforts to secure the release of captured loved ones, navigating political roadblocks and venturing into hostile territory, paint a poignant picture of resilience and unwavering determination. This firsthand account not only sheds light on a pivotal moment in Texas history but also delves into the complex dynamics between settlers and Native Americans during this tumultuous period. Ultimately, the book serves as a powerful testament to the human spirit's ability to persevere even in the face of unimaginable adversity, leaving readers with a profound appreciation for the sacrifices made by those who paved the way for future generations. 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. Seller Inventory # 9780282313456_0
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