025 - Chapter 24

Set against the backdrop of the British province of New York during the tumultuous French and Indian War, this gripping tale unfolds the harrowing events surrounding the massacre of 500 to 1,500 unarmed Anglo-American troops who surrendered honorably at Fort William Henry. With passive French complicity, the tragedy deepens as two sisters, daughters of the British commander, are kidnapped. Enter Hawkeye, the last of the Mohicans, who, along with his allies, embarks on a daring rescue mission. Drawing inspiration from the real-life capture and tragic fate of Jane McCrea in 1777, this narrative weaves history and adventure into a compelling story of bravery and survival. (Summary from Wikipedia)