MITTON, Anne
Abt 1638 - 1677 (39 years)
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Name MITTON, Anne Birth Abt 1638 Falmouth, Cumberland, Maine, USA 
Gender Female Differentiator Received 100 acres in her grandfather's will (George Cleeves); taken captive by indians but escaped Death 1677 Sandy Beach, Rye, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA Person ID I8826 My Genealogy | Laviolette Ancestry, Laviolette Ancestry Last Modified 4 Feb 2024
Father MITTON, Michael, b. Abt 1615, Shropshire, England d. 7 Oct 1661, Falmouth, Cumberland, Maine, USA (Age 46 years) Relationship natural Mother CLEEVES, Elizabeth, b. 14 Dec 1619, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England d. 1681, Falmouth, Cumberland, Maine, USA (Age 61 years) Relationship natural Marriage 1637 Falmouth, Cumberland, Maine, USA Family ID F6857 Group Sheet | Family Chart
Family BRACKETT, Capt Anthony, b. 14 Jul 1636, Portsmouth, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA d. 21 Sep 1689, Falmouth, Cumberland, Maine, USA (Age 53 years) Children 1. BRACKETT +, Mary, b. Abt 1668, Portland, Cumberland, Maine, USA d. 19 Jul 1742, Salisbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA (Age 74 years) [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]2. BRACKETT, Seth, b. 1665 d. May 1690, Portland, Cumberland, Maine, USA (Age 25 years) [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]3. BRACKETT, Keziah, b. 1671, Sandy beach, Rye, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA d. 20 Mar 1733, Boston, Suffolk, Massachusetts, USA (Age 62 years) [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]4. BRACKETT, Anthony, b. 1669, Portland, Cumberland, Maine, USA d. 28 Jun 1716, Boston, Suffolk, Massachusetts, USA (Age 47 years) [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]5. BRACKETT, Elinor, b. 1660, Falmouth, Cumberland, Maine, USA d. 1708 (Age 48 years) [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]Family ID F7179 Group Sheet | Family Chart Last Modified 4 Feb 2024
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Event Map 
Birth - Abt 1638 - Falmouth, Cumberland, Maine, USA 
Death - 1677 - Sandy Beach, Rye, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA = Link to Google Earth
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Documents 
Ann Mitton Brackett_ Needlewoman _ The Maine Story _ Pat Higgins
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Casco Bay Massacre (6)
The raids of August 1676 were a significant part of the Northeast Coast campaign during King Philip's War, a conflict that pitted Native American tribes against English settlers in New England. These raids were orchestrated by the Wabanaki Confederacy, a coalition of Native American tribes, targeting colonial American settlements along the border of the New England Colonies and Acadia in what is now Maine.
During the initial month of this campaign, the Wabanaki Confederacy wreaked havoc along approximately 45 miles of the coast east of Casco Bay. They were responsible for the deaths and capture of numerous colonists, as well as the burning of many farms. This aggressive campaign effectively halted the expansion of colonial American settlements in the region, compelling the colonists to abandon their homes and retreat to the relative safety of Salem, Massachusetts.
A poignant account came from Thaddeus Clark of Casco Bay, who wrote to his mother-in-law in 1676. He described the tragic fate of family members and friends who had been killed or captured in the area of Falmouth, later known as Portland. His letter mentioned the Brackett family, our ancestors, who were living on land deeded by Warrabitta in 1670. The attack on the Brackett family and others, who had allegedly violated the terms of their agreements with Warrabitta, suggests that the raid was a form of retribution for perceived fraud.
These raids were part of the larger context of King Philip's War, which spanned from 1675 to 1676, and marked a tumultuous and violent chapter in the history of the New England region. In this collection, I present my research on our ancestors who were impacted by this event.Living
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Notes - In the tumultuous era of King Philip's War, a period marked by violent conflicts between Native American tribes and English settlers, the story of Ann Mitton Brackett and her family stands out as a remarkable tale of resilience and survival.
Ann Mitton, a granddaughter of George Cleeves, one of the earliest settlers and founders of Portland, Maine, then known as Casco, was married to Anthony Brackett. They lived on a farm along Back Cove, near the area that is now home to Deering Oaks and the University of Southern Maine campus. This picturesque region, with its abundant natural resources, was also a flashpoint for the escalating tensions between the English settlers and the Native American tribes.
The Bracketts, like many settlers, were caught in the crossfire of these growing hostilities. Their lives were upended in August 1676 when Simon, known as "the Yankee Killer," a Native American who had escaped from captivity in Massachusetts, led a war party in a surprise attack against Casco. The Brackett family, including Ann and Anthony, their children, and a slave, were captured during this raid.
The capture of the Brackett family was a harrowing experience, but it was Ann's ingenuity and skills that turned the tide. Known for her adeptness in needlework, Ann played a crucial role in their escape. She skillfully repaired a damaged canoe, which the family then used to navigate across Casco Bay. This daring escape was a testament to Ann's resourcefulness and determination to save her family from captivity.
After a perilous journey across the bay, the Brackett family reached Black Point. There, they found a vessel bound for Piscataqua, which offered them safe passage and a route to freedom. This escape was not just a physical journey but also a symbol of the resilience and courage that many settlers had to summon in the face of adversity.
The story of Ann Mitton Brackett and her family is set against the backdrop of King Philip's War, a conflict that had far-reaching consequences for both the Native American tribes and the English settlers. The war, characterized by its brutality and the profound sense of fear it instilled in the communities, marked a significant chapter in the history of New England.
Ann Mitton Brackett's story is a poignant reminder of the individual struggles and acts of bravery that occurred during this turbulent period in American history. Her actions not only ensured the survival of her family but also left a legacy of courage and resilience that continues to be remembered and honored.
- In the tumultuous era of King Philip's War, a period marked by violent conflicts between Native American tribes and English settlers, the story of Ann Mitton Brackett and her family stands out as a remarkable tale of resilience and survival.