Some remained behind and became known as Conestogas. They were able to live in Pennsylvania until 1763 when a group of six were slaughtered by the anti-Indian Paxton Boys. The remaining members of the tribe sought protection from the colonial governor and were taken to a workhouse in Lancaster.
A portion of the tribe remained in Pennsylvania, becoming known as the Conestogas. They lived there until 1763 when a group of six individuals were killed by the Paxton Boys. The remaining members sought refuge from the colonial governor and were taken to a workhouse in Lancaster.