Publisher's Synopsis
The Story Of The Schenectady Massacre is a historical non-fiction book written by John Joseph Birch. The book tells the story of the Schenectady Massacre, which occurred on February 8, 1690, during the French and Indian War. The massacre was a brutal attack on the Dutch settlement of Schenectady by a group of French soldiers and their Native American allies. Birch's book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the massacre, including the tensions between the French and English colonies in North America. He also describes the aftermath of the attack, including the impact it had on the survivors and the wider community. The book is based on extensive research, including primary source documents and eyewitness accounts. Birch draws on a range of historical sources to provide a comprehensive and engaging narrative of this tragic event in American history. Overall, The Story Of The Schenectady Massacre is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of colonial America, the French and Indian War, or the experiences of early settlers in North America.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.
