The Whitman Tragedy

Dr. History's Tales of the Old West - A podcast by Dr. Ken Turner - Tuesdays

The Whitmans and Spaldings wanted to convert the Indians. The influx of settlers and infectious diseases caused large numbers of Indians, especially children to die. Indians blamed the Whitmans resulting in the ambush and death of settlers including the Whitmans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices