On September 15, 1812, a tragic confrontation erupted at the Copus homestead in Ohio when Lenape, Wyandot, and Mohawk warriors attacked American settlers, killing Reverend James Copus and three militiamen. The violence stemmed from a devastating betrayal: Copus had convinced tribal leaders to peacefully relocate to the Piqua Reservation with promises their lives and property would be protected, but American soldiers burned their entire village to the ground while marching them away. The Native A

Lenape language lesson for this week! Are you ready for the cold weather? It's the perfect season for staying cozy inside and learning to speak Lenape by using the Lenape Talking Dictionary. Click the link to access! https://www.talk-lenape.org/detail?id=11159 | Delaware Tribe of Indians