Publisher's Synopsis
""Charles Killbuck: An Indian's Story of the Border Wars of the American Revolution"" is a historical account written by Francis C. Huebner. The book tells the story of Charles Killbuck, a Native American warrior who fought on the side of the British during the American Revolution. Killbuck belonged to the Delaware tribe, which was divided in its loyalties during the war. The book describes Killbuck's experiences as he participated in various battles and skirmishes in the Ohio Valley and the Great Lakes region. It also explores the complex relationships between the Native American tribes and the British and American forces, as well as the impact of the war on the indigenous communities. Huebner draws on historical documents and interviews with descendants of Killbuck to create a vivid and detailed account of this little-known aspect of the American Revolution. The book provides a unique perspective on the conflict and sheds light on the experiences of Native Americans during this pivotal period in American history.1902. Contents: A Lesson in Treaties; A Bribe; Messages from Congress; Eavesdropping; Evangeline; A Visit to the Home of Joshua the Mohican; In Which I Make My First Attempt at Courting; I am Kindly Assisted in Performing a Difficult Task; In Which I am Bothered with a Difficult Question; The Meeting in the Glen; A Plan; New Arrivals; The Rescue; A Christmas Carol; The Great War Council; A Deserter's Story; An Unsuccessful Mission; A Welcome Message; From Gnadenhutten to Barren Hill; I Meet General Washington; Some Scalps are Wroth a Price; Home Again; The Treaty with the United States; The Death of Captain White Eyes; A Letter; A Secret Visit; The Siege; Help at Last; I Witness the Burning of the Council House; At Home on Killbuck's Island; The Swiftest Rider of the West; A Venture; At the Mercy of an Enemy; On Parole; The Attack on Killbuck's Island; Some Scattering Reports of a Tragedy; An Errand of Mercy; A Savage's Revenge; A Sign-A Familiar Voice-And So It Ended.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.