Genealogy and History Fan

Robert and Mary Rains Drummond came to northern Indiana in 1838 to purchase U.S. government land. They received 80 acres of tall trees and rich soil. They built a home and settled into the community. There was a school and a church but it was still a wild and sometimes dangerous part of the country.

During those early years Mary, and her younger children were at home one evening at dusk. Robert and the older boys were at a neighboring farm across long fields. While looking out a window Mary spied a band of Indians with raised tomahawks creeping up around the house. She threw the door open and began shouting many men’s names. The Indians, supposing there was a large group of men to rush home, ran through the woods and did not return.

The determination and resourcefulness of our pioneer grandmothers (and grandfathers) was amazing. I wonder if I could have done even half as well. I honor all those hard working, brave, and dedicated souls who gave us so much. Robert and Mary are my husband’s great-great-grandparents.