The Magazine of History With Notes and Queries: Comprising the Expeditions of Captain John Lovewell and His Encounters With the Indians; Account of ... Fighter, at Pigwacket (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Relive a pivotal 18th‑century frontier clash through a detailed, soldier’s-eye account.
This nonfiction volume compiles a historical narrative of Captain Lovewell’s expeditions and the Piggwacket battle, blending battlefield action with the voices of those who lived it. Rich in names, dates, and contemporaneous reflections, it offers a window into early New England warfare and the people who shaped it.
Explore the events leading to the fight, the courage of the soldiers, and the lasting memory of a significant frontier engagement. The edition includes eyewitness reports, attestation pages, and notes on how this history was recorded and published in its own time.
- A clear, readable account of Lovewell’s march and the Piggwacket clash, rooted in primary sources.
- Lists of the fallen and wounded, with context about the aftermath and commemoration.
- Discussion of historical editions, narrators, and how the story circulated in the colonial era.
- Context for readers curious about early American warfare and local frontier history.
Ideal for readers of colonial history, local New England studies, and those curious about how battles are recorded and remembered.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book tells the story of Captain John Lovewell's famous fight against a band of Native Americans in 1725. The battle took place in the Pequawket area of present-day New Hampshire, and it resulted in the deaths of Lovewell and many of his men. The author provides a detailed account of the battle, drawing on the journals of the participants and other historical sources. The author also examines the broader context of the battle, discussing the tensions between English colonists and Native Americans in the region. The book explores the themes of courage, sacrifice, and the human cost of war. Ultimately, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in American history. It is a story of bravery and tragedy, and it sheds light on the complex relationship between Native Americans and European settlers in the colonial era. 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 # 9781331329299_0
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