Publisher's Synopsis
Connecticut Boys in the Western Reserve: A Tale of the Moravian Massacre is a historical novel written by James Andrew Braden and originally published in 1903. The book tells the story of a group of young men from Connecticut who venture into the Western Reserve, a region in northeastern Ohio, in the late 18th century. The novel is based on real events and characters from history.The story begins with the group of boys, led by the protagonist, John Heckewelder, leaving their homes in Connecticut and traveling to the Western Reserve. They are drawn to the region by the promise of cheap land and the opportunity to start a new life. However, their journey is not without hardship and danger, as they face harsh weather, hostile natives, and treacherous terrain.As the boys settle into their new lives in the Western Reserve, tensions between the Native American tribes and the settlers begin to rise. The Moravian Church, which had established a mission in the region, attempts to maintain peace between the two groups, but their efforts are ultimately unsuccessful. In 1782, a group of Native Americans attacked and massacred the Moravian mission, killing over 90 men, women, and children.The novel follows John Heckewelder and his friends as they become involved in the conflict between the settlers and the Native Americans. They must navigate the complex political and social landscape of the Western Reserve and decide where their loyalties lie.Connecticut Boys in the Western Reserve is a gripping tale of adventure, romance, and historical drama. It offers a vivid portrayal of life in the late 18th century and sheds light on the complex relationships between settlers and Native Americans in the early days of the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.