Hannah Dustin Collection

Hannah Duston escapes from capture by Native Americans
Hannah Duston and two other captives escaping from Abenaki Indians on the Merrimac River, New Hampshire, 1697. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Mr Dustin defending His Children (litho)
3643797 Mr Dustin defending His Children (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Dustin defending His Children)

Hannah Duston statue in Haverhill, Massachusetts. Digital photograph

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Hannah Duston statue in Haverhill, Massachusetts. Digital photograph

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Hannah Duston statue in Haverhill, Massachusetts. Digital photograph

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Hannah Duston statue in Haverhill, Massachusetts. Digital photograph

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Hannah Duston statue in Haverhill, Massachusetts. Digital photograph

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Hannah Duston statue in Haverhill, Massachusetts. Digital photograph

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Hannah Duston statue in Haverhill, Massachusetts. Digital photograph

Hannah Duston captured in an Indian raid
Hannah Duston kidnapped by Indians, bas-relief on a memorial in Haverhill, Massachusetts. Digital photograph

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Hannah Duston statue in Haverhill, Massachusetts. Digital photograph

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Hannah Duston statue in Haverhill, Massachusetts. Digital photograph

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Duston family defended against Indians, bas-relief on a memorial in Haverhill, Massachusetts. Digital photograph

Hannah Duston escaping from Indian captors
Hannah Duston and others escape from Abenaki, bas-relief on a memorial in Haverhill, Massachusetts. Digital photograph

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"Hannah Dustin: A Brave Escape from Native American Capture" In the midst of a tumultuous time, Hannah Duston's story stands as a testament to courage and resilience. Captured in an Indian raid, her life took an unexpected turn. But little did her captors know that within this seemingly fragile woman resided an indomitable spirit. As she endured the hardships of captivity, Hannah never lost sight of her ultimate goal – freedom. Determined to protect her children at all costs, she witnessed Mr. Dustin defending them with unwavering bravery in the face of danger. The lithographs depicting these heroic moments capture the essence of their struggle for survival. With each stroke of the artist's brush, they immortalize Hannah Duston's journey from captive to liberator. Finally seizing an opportunity for escape, Hannah mustered every ounce of strength within herself and broke free from the clutches that held her captive for far too long. Her daring act would forever be etched into history as a symbol of defiance against adversity. Hannah Duston's remarkable tale serves as a reminder that even in our darkest hours, we possess untapped reservoirs of courage and determination. Her legacy lives on through these powerful images (PUSA2D-00010 - PUSA2D-00017), which depict both her capture and triumphant liberation. Let us honor this extraordinary woman who defied all odds by celebrating Hannah Duston – a true heroine whose name will forever be synonymous with bravery and resilience.