Historical Events tagged with "pioneers"
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Pigeon Roost Massacre Claims Twenty-four Settlers
Tension between settlers and Native Americans escalated, resulting in the Pigeon Roost Massacre in Indiana. A band of Native Americans attacked the settlement while settlers were in the area during a corn harvest. While many managed to escape, the attack led to the death of twenty-four settlers and profoundly affected the community’s sense of security.
Continue ReadingFounding of Marietta, Ohio
Marietta emerged as the first permanent settlement in the Northwest Territory, pioneered primarily by New Englanders. Founded by a group of settlers from the Ohio Company, led by General Rufus Putnam, Marietta was established at the confluence of the Ohio and Muskingum Rivers. This initiative represented a significant push for westward expansion following the American Revolution. The settlers sought land for farming and are notable for their efforts to create a structured community with a government and schools, thus laying the groundwork for future settlements in the region.
Continue ReadingÉlisabeth Thible's Historic Hot Air Balloon Flight
Élisabeth Thible made history as the first woman to fly in an untethered hot air balloon. Ascending to an altitude of 1,500 meters and covering a distance of four kilometers in just 45 minutes, her flight took place in the skies over Lyon, France. This remarkable feat showcased not only human ingenuity but also expanded the possibilities of aeronautics at a time when flight was still a nascent field. Thible's adventure was a significant milestone for women in aviation, demonstrating their capabilities in domains traditionally dominated by men.
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