Journals of the Military Expedition of Major General John Sullivan Against the Six Nations of Indians in 1779 (Volume 41, PT. 1); With Records of Centennial Celebrations Prepared Pursuant to Chapter 361, Laws of the State of New York, of 1885 (Paperback)

This historic book may have numerous typos, missing text or index. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. 1887. Not illustrated. Excerpt: ... between the two Butlers, last fall, when the enemy killed 300 of the inhabitants, burnt the Town and Fort, and left about 230 women widows. The land here is excellent, and comprehends vast mines of Coal, Pewter, Lead, Copperas, &c. The river affords abundance of fish of various kinds, and excellent. Here we joined the German Battalion, one York Regiment, Capt. Shott's Company, Capt. Spalding's Free Corps, composed of the inhabitants, and also the 4th Jersey Regiment. July 1st. This day was executed one of the abovementioned traitors. 12th. Three friendly Indians and three soldiers were despatched from here up the river to reconnoiter--they proceeded as far as Wyalusing, 56 miles distant, and returned without anything material. 17th. Received the agreeable news of Gen. Wayne having surprised and taken 600 of the enemy at Stony Point, with also their baggage and artiltery. 24th. Arrived a fleet consisting of 134 Boats loaded with provisions of all kinds; on the arrival, they fired 13 Cannon, and were saluted by the like number from the Garrison. 30th. A party of 600 men was employed from 6 o'clock in the morning until 9 in the evening, loading the Boats and Pack horses. 31st. At 9 o'clock the army began their march for Teaogo (Tioga.) Col. Proctor's Regiment of artillery, and a detachment from the whole army, manned the Boats. Col. Proctor commanded the fleet. The army marched to Lackawanna, distant nine miles from Wyoming, (Wilkes Barre.) This place contains 200 acres of excellent level land, and beautifully situated, having a line creek bordering on the East side of the river in front, and a large mountain in the rear, which forms this place a triangular form. Aug. 1st At 3 o'clock in the afternoon, marched for Wylutanunk--on the road passed a fine cataract, as...