Page Two
This grid refers to location 34 on the excavation plan. It is one of 20 - 25 bunkers. They were dug down about 4-5 feet. Pits, a ridge pole and end post were erected down the center and logs laid on as a roof. Reeds were piled on top of the logs to stop dirt from falling through, then 2-3 feet of dirt was layered on top. These bunkers were constructed to protect the Tuscarora within the fort from bullets, explosions and shrapnel and to keep the women and children safe. All the men had rifles, only the women and children had bows and arrows. Tunnels existed which allowed them to go from bunker to bunker under ground. |
