A plain and faithful narrative of the original design, rise, progress and present state of the Indian charity-school at Lebanon, in Connecticut

Name: A plain and faithful narrative of the original design, rise, progress and present state of the Indian charity-school at Lebanon, in Connecticut
Author: Eleazar Wheelock

By Eleazar Wheelock

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The narrative recounts the founding and development of a charity school established to educate Indigenous children in New England, describing its original purpose, organizational growth, and current operations. It sets out the theological and moral motivations for the enterprise, emphasizes practical benefits such as civilizing influences and frontier safety, and reports methods of instruction and missionary activity. The author summarizes expenses, donations, and institutional needs, offers examples of local outcomes, and issues appeals for continued patronage to secure the school's future.

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Eleazar Wheelock

Eleazar Wheelock was an influential figure in early American education and missionary work, particularly known for his efforts in establishing the Indian charity school in Lebanon, Connecticut. His notable work, "A Plain and Faithful Narrative of the Original Design, Rise, Progress and Present State of the Indian Charity-School at Lebanon, in Connecticut," outlines the school's mission to educate Native American youth and integrate them into colonial society. Wheelock's commitment to education and his role in promoting the welfare of Indigenous peoples reflect the complexities of his time, as he navigated the intersections of culture, religion, and education.