Documentary History Of Dunmore's War, 1774 (1905)

The Documentary History of Dunmore's War, 1774 is a historical account of the conflict between the Virginia Colony and the Native American tribes of the Ohio River Valley in 1774. The book, written by Reuben Gold Thwaites and published in 1905, is a comprehensive collection of primary source documents, including letters, journals, and official reports, that provide a detailed and firsthand account of the events leading up to the war and the battles that took place.The conflict, known as Dunmore's War, was sparked by tensions between the Native American tribes and the Virginia colonists over land ownership and control. Virginia's Governor, John Murray, the Earl of Dunmore, led a force of colonial militia and British soldiers into the Ohio Valley to confront the Native American tribes. The war lasted from May to October of 1774 and resulted in a decisive victory for the Virginia colonists.Thwaites' book provides a unique perspective on the conflict, as it is based solely on primary source documents. The book includes letters from Dunmore himself, as well as reports from other military officers, Native American leaders, and colonists who participated in the war. The documents provide insight into the motivations and strategies of both sides, as well as the cultural and political context of the conflict.Overall, The Documentary History of Dunmore's War, 1774 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American colonies, Native American history, or military history. The book is well-researched and provides a thorough and engaging account of a pivotal moment in American history.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.