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YAMASEE WAR, 1715. Governor Craven of South Carolina attacks the Yamasee Native Americans at the Combahee River in 1715 at the beginning of the Yamasee War. Wood engraving from Elements of General History, New Haven, 1844
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YAMASEE WAR, 1715. Governor Craven of South Carolina attacks the Yamasee Native Americans at the Combahee River in 1715 at the beginning of the Yamasee War. Wood engraving from Elements of General History, New Haven, 1844
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1715 American Indian Arrow Attack Battle Colonist Colony Forest Governor Gun Fire Musket Rifle Smoke South Carolina South Eastern Tomohawk Craven
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This wood engraving from 1844 depicts the intense and violent beginning of the Yamasee War in 1715. Governor Craven of South Carolina is shown leading a brutal attack on the Yamasee Native Americans at the Combahee River. The image portrays a chaotic scene, with arrows flying through the air and musket fire filling the forest with smoke. In this historical moment, we witness an early clash between European colonists and Native American tribes in South Eastern America. Governor Craven's soldiers are armed with rifles and muskets, while their opponents rely on bows, arrows, and tomahawks to defend themselves. The artist skillfully captures the tension and brutality of battle as both sides fight fiercely for control over land and resources. The log fortification constructed by the colonists provides some protection against enemy attacks but does not deter them entirely. This powerful image serves as a reminder of our nation's complex history, marked by conflicts between indigenous peoples and European settlers. It invites us to reflect upon the consequences of colonization on native populations who fought valiantly to protect their way of life. As we observe this wood engraving from over a century ago, let us remember that it represents more than just an artistic depiction; it symbolizes a significant chapter in our shared past that continues to shape our present-day society.
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