Chronicles Of Border Warfare Or, A History Of The Settlement By The Whites Of Northwestern Virginia And Of The Indian Wars And Massacres In That Section Of The State

""Chronicles Of Border Warfare"" is a historical account of the settlement of Northwestern Virginia by white settlers and the ensuing Indian wars and massacres in that region. Written by Alexander Scott Withers, the book provides a detailed narrative of the conflicts between the Native American tribes and the European settlers in the 18th century. The book covers the period from the early 1700s to the end of the Revolutionary War, chronicling the struggles and hardships faced by the settlers as they tried to establish a foothold in the region. Withers draws on a variety of sources, including personal accounts, official documents, and other historical records, to provide a comprehensive and engaging portrait of this turbulent period in American history. The book is an important resource for anyone interested in the early history of the United States, particularly the struggles of the pioneers who helped to shape the country's westward expansion.This Fascinating History, First Published 160 Years Ago, Is A Treasure Trove Of Descriptions Of Small Events From The Perspective Of The Early Settlers Of The Border Regions Beyond The Blue Ridge And Allegheny Mountains (And Extending As Far As Cincinnati And Parts Of Kentucky). It Focuses Mainly On The Last Half Of The Eighteenth Century, When Williamsburg Was The Bustling Capital Of The Virginia Colony, And Patrick Henry Resided In The Governor's Mansion. Grand Plantations Were Flourishing Along The James River, While In The Wilderness, Pioneers Struggled Against The Elements Of Nature And The Savages Of The Land They Were Trying To Tame. The Information Was Gathered Mainly From Pioneers And Their Children, Thereby Preserving These Early Family And Local Traditions. This Book Also Covers The Early History Of Virginia And Major Events And Leaders Such As George Washington And Some Of The Men Who Served With Him Before And After The Revolution. However, The Main Focus Is On The Many Smaller Deeds Of The Backwoodsmen, Early Settlers, And Indians. Illus., Index.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.