Narrative Of The Captivity And Sufferings Of Benjamin Gilbert And His Family

""A Narrative of the Captivity and Sufferings of Benjamin Gilbert and His Family: Who Were Taken by the Indians in the Spring of 1780"" is a historical account written by William Walton and first published in 1848. The book tells the story of Benjamin Gilbert, his wife, and their children, who were captured by Native American Indians during the Revolutionary War in the spring of 1780. The narrative describes the family's experiences during their captivity, including the brutal treatment they received at the hands of their captors, their struggles to survive in the wilderness, and their eventual release and return to civilization. The book provides a vivid and detailed portrayal of life during a tumultuous period in American history and offers insights into the complex relationships between Native Americans and European settlers. Overall, ""A Narrative of the Captivity and Sufferings of Benjamin Gilbert and His Family"" is a compelling and informative read for anyone interested in American history or the experiences of those who lived through it.""To Which Is Prefixed A Short Account Of The Gilbert Family Who Settled At Byberry. And An Appendix, Giving Some Account Of The Captives After Their Return.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.