August 1,1754

Today I heard that George Washington's fort Fort Necessity has been attacked and captured by the French. Many of our soldiers were either wounded, killed, or captured by the French before they were forced to surrender. So I have decided to join the militia to do my part to help my country in the war that I feel will begin due to this battle. Many of my friends and neighbors are also going to join the militia. So banned together our forces will hopefully be great enough to defeat the French.