In the preceding sketches, evidences have been presented of the readiness and good judgment of the aboriginal fort builders of western New York, 1 in availing themselves of steeps, gulfs, defiles, and other marked localities, in establishing works for security or defense. This trait is, however, in no case more strikingly exemplified than in the curious antique work before us, which is called, by the Tuscaroras, Kienuka. The term Kienuka is said to mean the stronghold or fort, from which there is a sublime view. It is situated about three and a half or four miles eastward of the outlet … Continue reading Antique Rock Citadel of Kienuka, in Lewiston, Niagara County, NY