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Title: Outpost in the Wilderness: Fort Wayne, 1706-1828
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Produced by Stephen Hutcheson, MFR and the Online
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Summary: "Outpost in the Wilderness: Fort Wayne, 1706-1828" by Charles R. Poinsatte is a historical account written in the late 20th century. This work delves into the complex history of Fort Wayne, Indiana, from its early days as a French and British military outpost to its strategic significance as a center for trade and diplomacy in the Northwest Territory. The narrative explores the interactions between various cultural groups, including Native American tribes, French settlers, and British colonists. The opening of the book introduces the reader to the historical background of Fort Wayne, emphasizing its geographical significance as a vital portage site between the Wabash and Maumee rivers. It lays out the early exploration and trading activities in the region, drawing attention to the relationships formed between Indigenous tribes, particularly the Miami nation, and European settlers. Poinsatte articulates the evolution of Fort Wayne's role within the broader context of frontier history, highlighting key historical figures and events that shaped its development. The narrative sets the stage for understanding the intricate dynamics at play as the area transitioned through varying political and cultural landscapes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 60.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Poinsatte, Charles R.
EBook No.: 55762
Published: Oct 17, 2017
Downloads: 287
Language: English
Subject: Fort Wayne (Ind.) -- History
LoCC: United States local history: Ohio River and Valley.
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Outpost in the Wilderness: Fort Wayne, 1706-1828
Credits:
Produced by Stephen Hutcheson, MFR and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Outpost in the Wilderness: Fort Wayne, 1706-1828" by Charles R. Poinsatte is a historical account written in the late 20th century. This work delves into the complex history of Fort Wayne, Indiana, from its early days as a French and British military outpost to its strategic significance as a center for trade and diplomacy in the Northwest Territory. The narrative explores the interactions between various cultural groups, including Native American tribes, French settlers, and British colonists. The opening of the book introduces the reader to the historical background of Fort Wayne, emphasizing its geographical significance as a vital portage site between the Wabash and Maumee rivers. It lays out the early exploration and trading activities in the region, drawing attention to the relationships formed between Indigenous tribes, particularly the Miami nation, and European settlers. Poinsatte articulates the evolution of Fort Wayne's role within the broader context of frontier history, highlighting key historical figures and events that shaped its development. The narrative sets the stage for understanding the intricate dynamics at play as the area transitioned through varying political and cultural landscapes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 60.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Poinsatte, Charles R.
EBook No.: 55762
Published: Oct 17, 2017
Downloads: 287
Language: English
Subject: Fort Wayne (Ind.) -- History
LoCC: United States local history: Ohio River and Valley.
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.