Publisher's Synopsis
The History of King Philip's War is a book written by Thomas Church in 1825. The book provides a comprehensive account of the conflict between the Native American tribes of New England and the English colonists in the late 17th century. The primary focus of the book is the war between the Wampanoag tribe, led by King Philip, and the English colonists, which lasted from 1675 to 1678. In addition to the war, the book also covers expeditions against the French and Indians in the eastern parts of New England in the years 1689, 1690, 1692, 1696, and 1704. Church was a captain in the English colonial army and played a significant role in the conflict, which gives the book a unique perspective on the events that transpired. The book provides a detailed account of the tactics and strategies used by both sides during the conflict, as well as the political and social factors that contributed to the outbreak of the war. It also includes accounts of individual battles and skirmishes, as well as the experiences of soldiers and civilians on both sides of the conflict. Overall, The History of King Philip's War is an important historical document that provides valuable insight into one of the most significant conflicts in early American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the United States, Native American history, or military history.With Some Account Of The Divine Providence Towards Colonel Benjamin Church. Also An Appendix, Containing A Sketch Of The Discovery Of America, Landing Of The Pilgrims At Plymouth, Together With The Most Important Indian Wars To The Time Of The Greek War. 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.
