A Survivor's Recollections of the Whitman Massacre

"A Survivor's Recollections of the Whitman Massacre" by Matilda J. Sager Delaney is a gripping historical narrative from the early 1900s that plunges into the heart-wrenching events of the 1847 Waillatpu massacre through the eyes of a youthful survivor and her kin. The memoir vividly recounts the author's early life, chronicling her family's arduous trek from Missouri to the Oregon Territory in 1844, spurred by dreams of a better life, documenting the relentless trials of the journey, including the untimely demise of her parents. Compassionately, Dr. and Mrs. Whitman opened their home to orphans, like Matilda and her siblings. Life at the Whitman mission is depicted in detail, showing the Whitmans' disciplined household, along with her interactions with local Native Americans, leading up to the brutal events of November 29, 1847, the day the massacre took place. This significant historical record highlights themes of perseverance and survival amidst unthinkable tragedy.