Charles Killbuck

''Charles Killbuck: An Indian’s Story of the Border Wars of the American Revolution'' is a historical non-fiction book written by Francis C. Huebner. The book tells the story of Charles Killbuck, a Native American who fought in the border wars during the American Revolution. The author uses primary sources and historical records to provide a detailed account of Killbuck’s experiences and the conflicts he was involved in. The book explores the complex relationships between Native American tribes, the British, and the American colonists during this period. It also delves into the cultural and political factors that influenced Killbuck’s decisions and actions. Overall, ''Charles Killbuck'' provides a unique perspective on the American Revolution and sheds light on the often-overlooked role of Native Americans in this pivotal period of 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.