An Unlikely Refuge: The Burkharts’ Unique Shelter During Their Pioneering Journey
8 The sycamore wasn’t just an ordinary tree; it had two large hollowed forks, which Burkhart skillfully transformed to serve his family’s needs. He cut one fork off and covered it with clapboards to seal off part of the living space, while the other fork was fashioned into a chimney and fireplace, creating a functional