Charles Killbuck: An Indian's Story of the Border Wars of the American Revolution, (Paperback)

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 who fought on the side of the British during the American Revolution. Killbuck was a member of the Delaware tribe and lived in the Ohio Valley during the late 1700s. The book provides a detailed account of Killbuck's experiences during the war, including his battles against American forces and his interactions with other Native American tribes. The narrative also explores the complex relationships between Native Americans, British forces, and American colonists during this tumultuous time in American history. Huebner's writing style is engaging and informative, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in the American Revolution or Native 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.