WOMEN of the Eastern Frontier!

Starting out as a narrative of the Clinton - Sullivan Expedition against the Iroquois in central New York state this book quickly became a story of the contributions women made to the settling of the upper Susquehanna valley. Their daily efforts to maintain a household in times of multiple dangers (wildlife, disease, hostile Indians, lack of medical help, accidents, food shortages and the weather). This tale weaves their stories into a narrative that includes the actual history of the area. Be entertained, and educated as you follow this exciting story of true life on the frontier as it was in the 1770's on the upper Susquehanna.