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Captain Brant And The Old King: The Tragedy Of Wyoming

Captain Brant And The Old King: The Tragedy Of Wyoming

Bryant, William Clement

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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral World HistoryPlaywriting

ISBN10: 116299553X
ISBN13: 9781162995533
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.17
Height: 0.10 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Captain Brant and the Old King: The Tragedy of Wyoming is a historical book written by William Clement Bryant. The book is set during the American Revolutionary War and tells the story of the Battle of Wyoming, which took place in 1778 between the Patriots and British loyalists. The author focuses on the role of Captain Joseph Brant, a Mohawk chief who fought on the side of the British.The book begins with a brief history of the Wyoming Valley in Pennsylvania, which was inhabited by both Native Americans and settlers. The author then describes the events leading up to the battle, including the tensions between the two groups and the British strategy to use Native American allies in the war. The Battle of Wyoming is depicted in detail, with the author describing the tactics used by both sides and the tragic outcome for the Patriots.Throughout the book, the author provides insight into the motivations of the various characters involved in the conflict, including Captain Brant and the Old King, a Seneca chief who fought alongside him. The author also explores the impact of the battle on the Native American communities in the region and the long-term consequences of the conflict.Overall, Captain Brant and the Old King: The Tragedy of Wyoming is a well-researched and engaging account of a little-known battle in American history. The book offers a unique perspective on the Revolutionary War and sheds light on the complex relationships between Native Americans and settlers during this time period.A Paper Read Before The Buffalo Historical Society, April 1, 1889.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.

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