Captain Brant And The Old King: The Tragedy Of Wyoming

By Wm Clement Bryant and William Clement Bryant

Book Overview

Captain Brant And The Old King: The Tragedy Of Wyoming is a historical book written by William Clement Bryant. The book tells the story of the Battle of Wyoming, which took place on July 3, 1778, during the American Revolutionary War. The battle was fought between American Patriots and British loyalists, with the latter being aided by Native American allies, including the Mohawk leader, Captain Joseph Brant.The book delves into the complex relationships between the various factions involved in the battle, including the Native Americans who were caught between their loyalty to the British and their desire to protect their lands. It explores the motivations of the different leaders, including Captain Brant and the aging Iroquois chief, known as the Old King, who were both instrumental in the outcome of the battle.Bryant's book also examines the aftermath of the battle, which was marked by brutal atrocities committed by both sides. The author provides a detailed account of the massacre of American settlers by the Native Americans and the subsequent retaliation by the Patriots, which resulted in the burning of Native American villages and the displacement of their people.Overall, Captain Brant And The Old King: The Tragedy Of Wyoming is a gripping and insightful account of a little-known but significant event in American history. It offers a nuanced perspective on the complexities of the relationships between the different factions involved in the battle and sheds light on the devastating consequences of war for all those caught up in it.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428654194
• ISBN13: 9781428654198
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"