The Founding Of Harman's Station

""The Founding of Harman's Station"" is a historical book written by William Elsey Connelley that chronicles the exploration and settlement of the Big Sandy Valley in Virginia and Kentucky. The book provides a detailed account of the Indian captivity of Mrs. Jennie Wiley, who was captured by Native Americans and held captive for months before finally escaping. The book also delves into the establishment of Harman's Station, a fortified settlement that was established to protect settlers from Native American attacks. The author provides insight into the challenges faced by early settlers in the region, including conflicts with Native Americans and the difficulties of building a community in a new and unfamiliar land. Overall, ""The Founding of Harman's Station"" is a fascinating historical account that sheds light on the early days of settlement in the Big Sandy Valley and the struggles faced by those who sought to make a home in the region.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.