History of the Early Settlement of the Juniata Valley Embracing an Account of the Early Pioneers, and the Trials and Privations Incident to the Settlement of the Valley, Predatory Incursions, Massacres, and Abductions by the Indians During the French and Indian Wars, and the War of the Revolution, &c.

"History of the Early Settlement of the Juniata Valley" by U. J. Jones is a historical work recording the experiences of the first settlers in the Juniata Valley. It shares the story of the aboriginal tribes that originally inhabited the valley, their traditions, and their early interactions with the arriving pioneers, which ranged from welcoming to uneasy due to land disputes. The story focuses on the many hardships faced by these early inhabitants, such as constant threats and battles with Native American tribes during times of war, including the French and Indian Wars and the Revolutionary War. It aims to provide a full view of how the valley was settled and the difficulties faced by those who lived there.