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100 1 _aDodge, John,
_d1751-1800
245 1 0 _aNarrative of Mr. John Dodge during his Captivity at Detroit
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2010
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2010-08-03
508 _aProduced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
520 _a"Narrative of Mr. John Dodge during his Captivity at Detroit" by John Dodge is a historical account written in the late 18th century. This gripping narrative provides firsthand insights into the experiences of Dodge as a prisoner during the American Revolutionary War, focusing on the harsh and brutal conditions he endured under British captivity in Detroit. It illustrates the broader themes of conflict, survival, and the struggle for freedom at a tumultuous time in American history. The book recounts Dodge's life as a trader and his eventual capture by British forces, instigated by the ruling Governor, Henry Hamilton. Throughout his narrative, Dodge vividly describes the severe mistreatment he faced, including imprisonment in deplorable conditions and constant threats of execution. Alongside his personal trials, he reflects on his attempts to negotiate peace with Native American tribes and his efforts to save others from brutal fates. Ultimately, his resilience and determination lead to his eventual escape and a subsequent appeal to Congress, highlighting the intricate relationships and conflicts between colonists, British forces, and Native Americans during the Revolution. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aIndian captivities
653 _aUnited States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Prisoners and prisons
653 _aDetroit (Mich.)
700 1 _aBurton, Clarence Monroe,
_d1853-1932
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/33344
999 _c74190
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