CHAPTER XXXIII.
FLEEING FROM THE INDIANS.
The danger had now become so imminent that my husband determined to send his family to Fort Howard, a point which was believed to be far out of the range of the enemy.

It was in vain that I pleaded to be permitted to remain; he was firm.
"I must not leave my post," said he, "while there is any danger.

My departure would perhaps be the signal for an immediate alliance of the Winnebagoes with the Sauks.

I am certain that as long as I am here my presence will act as a restraint upon them.

You wish to remain and share my dangers! Your doing so would expose us both to certain destruction in case of attack By the aid of my friends in both tribes, I could hope to preserve my own life if I were alone; but surrounded by my family, that would be impossible--we should all fall victims together.