Goffe at Hadley / 1676
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Goffe at Hadley / 1676
General Goffe repulsing the American Indians at Hadley during the Indian Wars Date: 1676
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1676 Americans Arrow Hadley Indians Involving Preaching Wars Repulsing
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This evocative print captures the tense moment during the Indian Wars of 1676, when General John Goffe successfully repelled a Native American attack on the settlement of Hadley, Massachusetts. The image portrays Goffe, dressed in military attire and brandishing a sword, standing firm against a backdrop of chaos and violence. Native American warriors, armed with bows and arrows, charge towards him, their faces painted with war paint and their eyes filled with determination. The scene unfolds amidst the smoky ruins of a settlement, with houses ablaze in the background and the sound of gunfire and war cries echoing through the air. Amidst the chaos, a group of settlers huddle together for protection, their faces etched with fear and desperation. Despite the odds, Goffe and his men held their ground, managing to repel the Native American forces and save the settlement. This pivotal moment in American history marked a turning point in the ongoing conflict between European settlers and Native American tribes, and helped to establish the English presence in the region. The print, which dates back to the late 19th or early 20th century, is a powerful reminder of the challenges and hardships faced by early settlers in the United States. It also underscores the complex and often violent history between European settlers and Native American tribes, a history that continues to shape the cultural and political landscape of the country to this day.
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