The Fort Dearborn Massacre: Written in 1814 by Lieutenant Linai T. Helm, One of the Survivors, with Letters and Narratives of Contemporary Interest

Author: Helm, Linai T. (Linai Taliaferro)

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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" takes readers on a gripping journey back to the early 19th century, where Lieutenant Helm recounts the harrowing events surrounding the infamous Fort Dearborn Massacre. As one of the few survivors, Helm provides a firsthand account of the brutal attack on the fort and the subsequent struggles faced by those who managed to escape. Through letters and narratives from other individuals involved, the book offers a comprehensive and chilling exploration of this tragic historical event.

Genres: Historical non-fiction, Memoir, Military history

Themes: Survival, Conflict, Historical tragedy

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