02543cam a22003253u 4500 22550 UtSlPG 20260610133523.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 F516 Strickland, W. P. (William Peter), 1809-1884 Old Mackinaw; Or, The Fortress of the Lakes and its Surroundings Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-09-09 Produced by David Edwards, Christine P. Travers and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Old Mackinaw; Or, The Fortress of the Lakes and its Surroundings" by W. P. Strickland is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work explores the rich and complex history of the Mackinaw region, delving into its Indigenous legends, the interactions between Native American tribes, and the arrival of European settlers and missionaries. Central figures include various Ojibwa and Ottawa tribes, as well as notable historical personalities like Jean Marquette. The opening of the book introduces readers to the fascinating history surrounding Mackinaw, characterized by its connection to prominent Native American legends and the life of significant figures like Hiawatha, as well as explorers and missionaries. It discusses the tribal customs and spiritual beliefs, including the legendary exploits of warriors such as San-ge-man. Additionally, Strickland sets the stage for understanding the cultural and historical significance of Mackinaw in the broader context of the region's development, leading to future chapters that will explore its transition from a Native stronghold to a French and later English settlement. This opening lays a captivating foundation for readers interested in the interplay of Indigenous and colonial histories in North America. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Mackinac Island (Mich. : Island) -- History Michigan -- History Great Lakes (North America) https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22550 63667 63667