On August 30, 1813, they attacked Fort Mimms, which they set on fire and captured, massacring all but twenty out of four hundred men, women and children.

THE CREEK WAR; Massacre of Fort Mimms, Ala.,Aug.

Among them was Weatherford, celebrated equally for his talents and cruelty, who had directed the massacre at Fort Mimms.

MASSACRE OF FORT MIMMS.

On the 30th of August, 1813, Fort Mimms, which contained one hundred and fifty men, under the command of Major Beasely, besides a number of women and children, was surprised by a party of Indians.