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This beautiful, peaceful body of water that flows from Lake Ontario
into Oneida Lake, where it begins its 150-mile journey, is called the
Mohawk River. The Mohawk Indians called it “the river flowing
through mountains.” These proud people, with their great warriors,
were the protectors of this beautiful valley. Little did they know what
terrible times would soon come upon their castles along this great river.
First-time visitors who walk or drive along both sides of the beautiful
Mohawk River in upstate New York will notice these wonderfully built
blue background signs with yellow lettering upon them along the Mohawk
River and along the winding back roads of New York state. One must stop
their vehicle and read these wonderful signs about the early history
of this valley. It will tell this busy traveler a small historical lesson
on this small piece of ground. One must read it, then look around at
this beautiful green countryside. If you listen really hard, you may
hear and see the history of this place. You may ask yourself, “I
can only imagine what it was like back then!” This question may
fascinate you as it did and continues to fascinate me even to this day.
Even my little town was a very important part of the events. It was
a fortified spot, ordered by Col. James Clinton. A starting location
for the corduroy road, which he built to have his cannon, supplies,
and soldiers pass through the steep and densely wooded area that would
make its way to Otsego Lake. Historical
Villages and Sites I
just returned from a wonderful, heart-warming trip from the beautiful
Mohawk River and it’s quiet backcountry roads. I was doing book
signings at this quaint, beautiful historical village of Cherry Valley.
Cherry Valley had their 225th Anniversary Reenactment of the Cherry
Valley Massacre the weekend of September 20-21st. I must say this quiet
town came alive with over 700 Reenactors. British soldiers, Indians
that would give out their deadly war screams, which would send many
young children running for their folks. Militia, pioneer men and women,
along with their authentic clothes seemed so natural for their surroundings.
Any person from a different city would be awe struck to be driving
into this beautiful village, and see Indians, and military walking
the streets. Kanatsiohareke Visit During
my visit, and book signing at Cherry Valley, New York on September
20-21st. Kay Olan, and Emily Tarbell, and Sue, invited me to take a
wonderful tour of Kanatsiohareke Community.
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