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Hannah Duston: Captivity and Revenge in Colonial America

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Massacre on the Merrimack: Hannah Duston's Captivity and Revenge in Colonial America

by Jay Atkinson

4.6 out of 5

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Hannah Duston was a frontier woman who lived in colonial America in the 17th century. In 1697, she was captured by a group of Native Americans and taken to Canada. She was held captive for over a year, during which time she was subjected to torture and abuse. However, Hannah Duston was a strong and determined woman, and she refused to give up hope.

In 1698, Hannah Duston escaped from her captors and made her way back to Massachusetts. She was hailed as a hero, and her story became a legend. Hannah Duston's story is a testament to the courage and resilience of the women who lived on the frontier in colonial America.

Hannah Duston's Captivity

Hannah Duston was born in Haverhill, Massachusetts, in 1657. She was the daughter of Thomas and Sarah Duston. Hannah grew up on the frontier, and she was used to hard work and danger. In 1677, she married Thomas Dustin, and they had eight children together.

In 1697, the Dustons were living in Haverhill when the town was attacked by a group of Native Americans. Hannah and her children were taken captive, and they were taken to Canada. Hannah's husband was killed in the attack.

Hannah Duston was held captive for over a year. During that time, she was subjected to torture and abuse. The Native Americans beat her, burned her, and starved her. However, Hannah Duston refused to give up hope. She knew that she had to escape and return to her children.

Hannah Duston's Escape

In 1698, Hannah Duston escaped from her captors. She killed her captors and took their scalps. She then made her way back to Massachusetts, where she was hailed as a hero.

Hannah Duston's story is a testament to the courage and resilience of the women who lived on the frontier in colonial America. She was a strong and determined woman who refused to give up hope. Her story is an inspiration to us all.

Legacy

Hannah Duston's story has been told and retold for centuries. She is a symbol of courage, resilience, and the indomitable spirit of the American frontier. Her story has been used to inspire generations of Americans.

Hannah Duston's legacy is also evident in the many places that are named after her. There are towns, schools, and streets named after her all over the United States. Her name is also used for a type of rifle, the Hannah Duston rifle.

Hannah Duston is a reminder of the courage and resilience of the women who lived on the American frontier. Her story is an inspiration to us all.

Massacre on the Merrimack: Hannah Duston's Captivity and Revenge in Colonial America

by Jay Atkinson

4.6 out of 5