A Surprise Attack and the Fight for Survival in Early America

Once it was one of the most infamous events in early American history. Today, it has been nearly forgotten. The sacking of Deerfield led to one of the greatest sagas of survival, sacrifice, family, and faith ever told in North America. One hundred and twelve survivors, including their fearless minister, the Reverend John Williams, were captured and forced to march three hundred miles north into enemy territory in Canada. Any captive who faltered or became too weak to continue the journey--including Williams's own wife--fell under the tomahawk or war club.     336 pages  pb