Historical Events tagged with "lenape"
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U.S. Forces Attack Lenape Village
U.S. forces conducted an attack on a Lenape village during the War of 1812, specifically targeting their settlement near the Mississinewa River. The offensive was aimed at disrupting British support for Native Americans allied against U.S. expansion. Led by General John P. Boyd, this military operation highlighted the conflict's complexity, as U.S. soldiers engaged in combat against Native American tribes that sought to protect their lands.
Continue ReadingBig Bottom Massacre by Lenape and Wyandot Warriors
The Big Bottom massacre occurred when Lenape and Wyandot warriors attacked a small settlement near the Muskingum River in the Ohio Country. Approximately twenty settlers were killed, and several others were taken captive. This event marked a significant moment in the ongoing tensions between Native American tribes and European-American settlers in the region, driven by land disputes and differing ways of life.
Continue ReadingGnadenhutten Massacre of Christian Native Americans
Ninety-six Christian Native Americans were killed by Pennsylvania militiamen in Gnadenhutten, Ohio. This violence was fueled by increasing tensions between American settlers and various Native tribes during ongoing conflicts of the era. The militiamen acted on suspicions that the Christianized Lenape tribe assisted hostile Indians in recent raids against settler communities. The scale of the massacre shocked many, reflecting the severe consequences of the war and inter-tribal relations of the time.
Continue ReadingFirst Treaty Between U.S. and Native Americans
The Treaty of Fort Pitt was signed as the first formal agreement between the newly formed United States and the Lenape tribe. This treaty was significant as it marked the United States' recognition of Native American sovereignty and laid the groundwork for future relations. The treaty established a military alliance, and in return, the Lenape agreed to assist American forces against British loyalists and their allies in the ongoing conflict. This historic agreement was signed at Fort Pitt, present-day Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, during a tumultuous period of the American Revolutionary War.
Continue ReadingTreaty of Easton Establishes Lenape Reservation
The Treaty of Easton established the first American Indian reservation, located at Indian Mills, New Jersey, for the Lenape tribe. This agreement was primarily motivated by the need for peace between the English settlers and Native American tribes during the ongoing hostilities in the French and Indian War. Key negotiators involved included colonial officials seeking to stabilize relations and honor existing land cessions by the Lenape. The treaty aimed to prevent violence and secure land for the Lenape amidst increasing settler expansion.
Continue ReadingMary Campbell's Abduction and Return
Ten-year-old Mary Campbell was abducted from her home in Pennsylvania by the Lenape tribe during the French and Indian War. She was taken captive, living among the Lenape, and was eventually returned to her family six and a half years later. Mary's story reflects the complex interactions and conflicts between European settlers and Native Americans during this tumultuous period.
Continue ReadingWalking Purchase Concludes in Pennsylvania
The Walking Purchase concluded in Pennsylvania, resulting in the cession of 1.2 million acres of Lenape-Delaware tribal land. The controversial land acquisition stemmed from an 1686 agreement that allowed the Pennsylvania government to claim land as far as a man could walk in a day and a half. After a distance of 70 miles was mapped out, tensions escalated as the Lenape perceived this maneuver as deceitful.
Continue ReadingWilliam Penn's Treaty with Lenape Indians
William Penn signed a treaty with the Lenape Indians in Pennsylvania to establish peaceful relations and mutual respect between the settlers and the Indigenous people. This event transpired in the newly established Pennsylvania colony, underscoring Penn's commitment to fair dealings and harmony. The Lenape, known for their rich culture, engaged in this significant agreement, emphasizing the importance of land and mutual understanding in colonial interactions. The treaty set a precedent for cooperation and respect.
Continue ReadingPeter Minuit Purchases Manhattan Island
Peter Minuit, the Dutch governor of New Netherland, purchased Manhattan Island from the Lenape people. The transaction was reportedly made for goods valued at around 60 guilders, a sum often mythologized as a mere $24. This purchase is significant for laying the foundation for New York City and illustrates early colonial interactions with Native Americans.
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