Hello R.A> I do not think all the settlers were believers. I think at first there were many believers, but the ungodly came along with them. I have driven in all the states except Alaska. The Indians were given a raw deal in many ways and placed on land that was not the best for sure. I think they were not angelic in their conduct either. keep in mind, they were mostly idol worshippers themselves, and men are totally depraved. It did not make for a good mix, despite Hollywood's version of Dancing with Wolves.