Quote: “Under the clear rays of the Arizona moon lay Powell, his body fairly bristling with the hostile arrows of the braves.” Page 17
Comment: A common theme of many of the readings we’ve done is the inevitable attack coming from Native Americans. Often times, when describing the move from East to West, the narrator will mention trying to avoid the Natives and if they don’t, it’s very likely they die.
Question: What was the likelihood those moving west would actually meet Indians face to face? And if they did meet them, were some Indians willing to engage in trade to spare their lives? Were some just out for blood?