(Breaking News) Evidence now exists for an 1864 John Brown Family Camp Corral Sketch … found in the original diary of Mrs. Sarah Jane Rousseau.
The 1864 Diary of Mrs. Sarah Jane Rousseau is receiving some wonderful attention from readers, experts, awards committees, publishing professionals, and more!
Well, I honestly couldn’t think of a better way to launch Emigrant Tales of the Platte River Raids than by heading straight to the ol’ Rousseau hometown in San Bernardino, County, California. The reception was warm and the crowds lively, even though the breeze had me adding on some layers. (Videos included!)
“All the atmospheric charm of a novel, but [with] the emotional impetus of true and living history that still impacts us today. … contributing significantly to the literary history of the American West.” – Readers’ Favorite (Read more Professional Reviews here.)
This 2023-2024 new release has it all for fans of Wild West legends and lore. And for those obsessed with Civil War stories, this book has new battles for you to delve into.
Sarah Rousseau’s 1864 diary is of importance to numerous families as a record of their journey from Iowa to California, just as much as Sarah’s own. The following is a review of the original diary by Pamela Greenwood, a descendant of the Curtis family who traveled the whole way with the Rousseaus.
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May, 1864 – The Hopeful Family Prepares. Meet the Character: Sarah Jane. “All confusion getting ready to start…” – Sarah J. Rousseau. Leaving behind their eldest daughter, Sarah and James put everything they had into this one, final adventure.
June 1864 – He Gives Until It Hurts. “One of our mares took sick… it died. I think it likely if he had stayed where we were, the Dr. would have cured her.” – Sarah J. Rousseau. Retired physician, land surveyor and mailman, Dr. Rousseau helped sponsor the Pella Company’s Oregon Trail adventure led by the notorious
Nicholas Earp.
July, 1864 – A Lusty Encounter Goes Unhindered by Dust. At twenty-nine, Miss Matilda Fields is an unwed spinster, indebted to the Rousseau family for safe passage. “TJ,” is a foul-mouthed cowboy and opportunist who does two things well: shooting and avoiding commitments.