Logstown Genealogy – Access Genealogy

Narrative of Marie Le Roy and Barbara Leininger

The Narrative of Mary le Roy and Barbara Leininger. Who for four and a half years were captive among the Indians, and on the 6th May 1759 arrived happy in this city. From her own lips never written and promoted to the Press. This manuscript gives an account of the captivity and escape of these two girls, whose families lived on Penn’s Creek, in the present Union County, Pennsylvania. It also provides a lengthy list of names of other prisoners met by the two ladies in their captivity.

Shawnee Tribe

The Shawnee tribe, originally located in South Carolina, Tennessee, Pennsylvania, and Ohio, were known for their migratory nature and connections to other tribes. Their name reflects their southern origins, and they played a significant role in regional conflicts, particularly against the Catawba. Over time, they migrated northward, facing pressures from colonial settlers and rival tribes, eventually settling in Ohio. Their history is marked by alliances and conflicts, particularly in the context of the French and Indian War and the Revolutionary War, leading to eventual displacement and incorporation into various territories.