Matilda Sager

Broschiertes Buch

A Survivor's Recollections of the Whitman Massacre

Beschreibung

"A Survivor's Recollections of the Whitman Massacre" offers a rare firsthand account of a pivotal and tragic event in the history of the Oregon Territory. Matilda Sager, one of the seven Sager orphans, recounts her experiences before, during, and after the devastating Whitman Massacre. This historical narrative provides insight into pioneer life, the complex relationship between settlers and Native Americans, and the profound impact of the event on those who survived. Sager's recollections offer a personal glimpse into the life of Marcus Whitman and the circumstances surrounding the massacre at the Whitman Mission. A vital historical document, this book sheds light on a significant chapter in 19th-century United States history and social history. Experience the resilience of the human spirit through the eyes of a young survivor whose life was forever altered by this tragic event. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Matilda Sager Delaney (1839-1928) remains a historically significant figure, best known for her eyewitness account in 'A Survivor's Recollections of the Whitman Massacre'. The book serves as both a poignant memoir and a vital historical document which details the tragic 1847 event at the Whitman mission in what is now Washington state. Matilda was one of the youngest survivors of the massacre, during which Marcus Whitman, his wife Narcissa, and several others were killed. Orphaned by the event, she and her siblings were subsequently adopted by the Whitman survivors, and later by other families. Her writings provide a unique child's perspective on the frontier life and the turbulent interactions between European-American settlers and the local Native American population. Matilda's narrative is not only an important source on the Whitman Massacre itself but also contributes to our understanding of the complex cultural and political dynamics of the time. Her work is characterised by a straightforward, poignant prose, which brings to life the experiences of the survivors and offers a personal view of historical events that shaped the Pacific Northwest. Although not prolific, her sole work remains an important piece of American literary and historical record, often referenced by scholars studying the period and the history of the American West.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 44
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 2mm
• Gewicht: 77g
• ISBN-13: 9781023260046
• ISBN-10: 1023260042
• Artikelnr.: 74106253