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A pamphlet with quite a few images/maps in the 19 page booklet. It summarizes and provides general information about the battle. Good for provided a general understanding of the battle. -
Francis Parkman, America's greatest narrative historian, immortal for The Oregon Trail (1849), devoted much of his career to writing about the struggle of France and England for domination in America. The Conspiracy of Pontiac is an account of the Indian wars that occurred on the Appalachian frontier, extending from western Virginia to what is now Wisconsin and Michigan, in 1763-65. Parkman portrays the inflammatory situation that led up to and followed the French and Indian War. With France's loss of its North American colonies in 1763, the English took possession of French posts, English traders swarmed into Indian areas, and Anglo-American settlers pushed westward into what is now western Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia. The consequence was widespread conflict—usually known as Pontiac's War, after the Ottawa leader. Volume 1 begins with a discussion of Indian tribes east of the Mississippi River, with emphasis on the Iroquois and Algonquin families. Parkman expands to include the French and British in the New World and their inevitable collision. Chief Pontiac enters the picture after the surrender of Canada by the French at Montreal in 1760. Because the French had befriended the Indians, the latter soon felt discontent with the victorious English. Revolt was in the air, and Parkman describes Pontiac's "conspiracy" in directing a siege against Detroit. -
The colonial frontier of Western Pennsylvania set the stage for the fight over control of North America and the promise of the American West. The war began in the Commonwealth and the defenses, roads and skirmishes fought in the Western part of the state defined the war and the early career of George Washington. Join author Robert M. Dunkerly as he reveals the harrowing history of the French and Indian War in Western Pennsylvania. -
This 112 page book includes b/w photos, engravings, drawings, charts,and summaries of forts and camps built by the British, French, Colonies of Pennsylvania & Virginia, and private citizens during the French and Indian War. Especially helpful are the fort and site inventories which give the location, description, dates, and notes at a glance. A good reference work for scholars, but at the same time a key tool for the student of the period and/or archaeology. Family historians researching their ancestors may also find this work helpful. An index and annotated bibliography are also included. -
It is the result of 10 years of work from the last book. It takes us into Eastern Native American history in the mid to later part of the 18th century; a time of struggle and recovery for the eastern tribes. The text is written by Michael Galban, a good friend of Robert Griffing. Through his research he has been able to write wonder and engaging stories that relate well to the images. "The book has a nice flow to it making it an enjoyable read. I think it is important that these Eastern Native American images be seen and their story told, for they are a big part of our American history and should not be forgotten. Thank you." Robert Griffing -
At last, from the undisputed expert on Rogers Rangers, here is the long-awaited chronicle of this tragic and infamous event. This phenomenal "commando" attack, initially successful, would be forever scarred by the violent deaths and starvation suffered by the Rangers during their return journey. Burt Loescher traveled thousands of miles tracing the routes of the separate Ranger parties, interviewing old-timers and descendants, and digging through hundreds of archival documents to painstakingly piece together the truth of the St. Francis Raid. There are many threads to this story, including its historical background, the events that occurred early in the expedition that foretold its outcome, and the separate agonies that befell the 11 groups of Rangers when the main force divided during the retreat from St. Francis. Extracts from actual Ranger diaries and journals provide authentic accounts of the journey, as well as shedding light on the personalities of the Rangers themselves. Many legends have grown around the story of the St. Francis Raid, most of them centering around the valuable silver and gold treasures stolen from the mission chapel by the Rangers and buried along the return routes when the men became too weak with hunger to continue to carry their heavy loads. Some say the Rangers were "cursed" for destroying and desecrating the mission. You will be able to retrace the separate trails by following the detailed descriptions and maps in this book. Mr. Loescher went far beyond Rogers own Journal accounts to get to the truth of the St. Francis Raid. He combed the documents in the Loudoun and Amherst Papers, colonial newspaper accounts, narratives, and, most importantly, some never-before published French accounts. He also disproves the legends that suffer from "credibility gaps." Many newly discovered facts completely change our currently held notions of the Raid, which have been shaped by the novel and motion picture. So much new evidence has been turned up that a definitive volume on the Raid was imperative. The exhaustive Appendices, detailed maps, and splendid color illustrations by well-known Ranger artist Gary Zaboly and Ron Embleton, make this study a complete source of reference for the historian, the treasure hunter, the Rogers Ranger enthusiast, as well as the lover of exciting early Americana. -
Robert Griffing 11x14 Matted Print Or 14x7 Matted and Framed Print w/ Antique Blue Frame -
The year following the recapture of the Pittsburgh area, Bouquet's forces prepared for renewed French attacks which never occurred. Problems of maintaining a force in western Pennsylvania are the principal concern of the documents in this volume. -
In 1759-1760, Fort Pitt and small fortifications to the north and south were built. Bouquet established a post on Presque Isle, while the French were losing the major campaign in Canada.
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Bouquet was again placed in full command of the western region and found chronic dishonesty and desertion. Settlers and hunters were barred for fear of provoking the Indians, while the Redcoat units were trained for a campaign in the West Indies.
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The culminating events of Bouquet's career - Pontiac's Rebellion, the Battle of Bushy Run, the march to Ohio that ended the Indian insurgency in 1764, and Bouquet's appointment to command the Army of the Floridas - are captured in documents selected for this final printed volume, which closes in 1765 with his last known letter before his death in Florida - a love letter.
