Mary Ingles had two sons prior to her captivity.
Mary Ingles, a significant figure in early American frontier history, married William Ingles in 1750. Before she was taken captive in 1755 during the infamous Draper's Meadow Massacre, she and William had two children. These were her sons, Thomas and George.
Mary Ingles's Children (Prior to Captivity)
| Name | Birth Year |
|---|---|
| Thomas Ingles | 1751 |
| George Ingles | 1753 |
These two children, Thomas and George, were born before Mary's captivity and are the sons explicitly mentioned in historical accounts of that period of her life. Mary's incredible journey of escape and survival after her abduction has become a well-known narrative in American history.
To learn more about the life and challenges faced by settlers in early America, you can explore resources on American pioneer history.
