How many were in the fort?
forty-two
Were they all men?
no
What were they doing?
Awaiting the appearance of the enemy.
Which were whom?
Indians
Who was in charge of the fort?
Silas
Who arrived that day?
Captain Sullivan, with his crew
How many were with him?
three
Where were they from?
Ft. Pitt
What were they carrying?
a pirogue loaded with cannon balls
Where were they taking them?
Louisville
What did they want from the fort?
admittance
Why?
they sought protection
From whom?
Indians
Who was missing from there?
Capt. Boggs and Major McColloch
Where were they?
dispatched for reinforcements
Who is Silas' brother?
Col. Zane
Where was he?
at his property
Was he alone?
no
How many were with him?
Three
Could they all shoot?
yes