Episode 2 of 3

Jireh Bull Blockhouse Attack

When
December 15, 1675
Where
Jireh Bull Blockhouse
Part of
Narragansett Campaign and the Great Swamp Fight

Narragansett warriors attacked the Jireh Bull Blockhouse on December 15, 1675, killing at least 15 people.

Following failed peace negotiations with Stonewall John, Narragansett warriors attacked the Jireh Bull Blockhouse on December 15, 1675. At least 15 people were killed, though 15-year-old James Eldred escaped after surviving a close-range tomahawk throw and hand-to-hand combat.

Sources

  1. Great Swamp Fight Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-13

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