Could anyone on the list tell me if Madison, IN was ever known as
Fort Madison. I have an obituary for my 3rd great-grandmother, Mary
(Hathaway) McMillen which states: "Mary was born in Fort Madison
April 12, 1812, the Indians having driven the settlers into the fort. Mr.
Hathaway, the father of Mrs. McMillen went back to his house after
some household goods and on his return was shot and killed by the
Indians. Mrs. McMillen was born a few hours after the death of her
father." Does anyone know from history whether there was an
Indian uprising in 1812 or if Madison was actually a fort at that time?
Lois in Kansas City, MO