Narrative of My Captivity Among the Sioux Indians
by Fanny Kelly
'Narrative of My Captivity Among the Sioux Indians' Summary
In 1864, Fanny Kelly was part of an emigrant wagon train heading west. Their journey was tragically disrupted when they were ambushed by a large group of Sioux warriors. The attack resulted in the deaths of many travelers, and Fanny was captured, thrust into a brutal and terrifying captivity. For five months, she endured the hardships of Sioux life, witnessing their customs, beliefs, and their sometimes harsh treatment of captives. Her narrative vividly portrays the perils of frontier life, the struggle for survival, and the complexities of the relationship between Native Americans and westward-bound settlers. Kelly's detailed account not only provides a personal story of survival but also offers valuable historical insights into the events surrounding the Sioux War of 1862-1865, a period of intense conflict and upheaval in the American West.Book Details
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Fanny Kelly was a North American pioneer woman captured by the Sioux and freed five months later. She later wrote a book about her experiences called Narrative of My Captivity among the Sioux Indians...
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