Laura Secord's Boots

Origin
Laura Secord (1775 - 1868) was a Canadian heroine of the War of 1812. She was most well known for having walked twenty miles (thirty two km) out of American-occupied territory in 1813 to warn British forces of an impending American Attack. James Secord served in the 1st Lincoln Militia under Isaac Brock when the war broke out. During the Battle of Queenston Heights he was severely wounded in the leg and shoulder during battle. Laura rushed to her husband's aid and took care of him. That was when she learned of a surprise American attack on British troops led by Lieutenant James FitzGibbon at Beaver Dams. Since James couldn't do anything due to his wounds so Laura took up the duty to warn the Lieutenant. Walking from present day Queenston to the camp of allied Mohawk Warriors alone the warriors helped her get the rest of the way to Thorold Township in Upper Canada. With her information the British and Mohawk warriors were ready for the American attack and was able to survive the attack.

Effects
Allows wearer to walk twenty miles without needing food or rest, water is still needed. Swollen feet for three days after boots are removed