The Old New York Frontier: Its Wars with Indians and Tories,
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The Old New York Frontier: Its Wars with Indians and Tories,

its Missionary Schools, Pioneers, and Land Titles, 1614-1800

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The Old New York Frontier: Its Wars with Indians and Tories,

its Missionary Schools, Pioneers, and Land Titles, 1614-1800

About this book

Francis W. Halsey's The Old New York Frontier offers a compelling exploration of the rich and turbulent history of New York's frontier region between 1614 and 1800. Through vivid detail and thorough research, Halsey chronicles the dramatic events and key figures that shaped this pivotal area during a period of intense conflict and transformation.The book delves into the complex relationships between Native American tribes, European settlers, and British loyalists (Tories), shedding light on the wars, treaties, and alliances that defined the region's early history. Halsey also examines the role of missionary schools in attempting to bridge cultural divides, the challenges faced by pioneering settlers, and the contentious land disputes that arose as communities expanded.Against the backdrop of the Revolutionary War and the broader colonial struggle for independence, The Old New York Frontier captures the hardships and triumphs of a region caught between competing interests and ideologies. Halsey's meticulous attention to detail and use of historical records make this work an invaluable resource for understanding the complexities of early American life on the frontier.Rich in narrative and historical insight, this book is essential reading for history enthusiasts, particularly those interested in the intersection of Native American, Colonial, and Revolutionary history. It provides a fascinating window into the dynamic forces that shaped one of America's most historically significant frontiers.

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Year
2025
eBook ISBN
9781991341907
Edition
0

Table of contents

  1. Title page
  2. TABLE OF CONTENTS
  3. DEDICATION
  4. Illustrations
  5. INTRODUCTION β€” Why this History
  6. PART I β€” Indians and Fur Traders
  7. PART II β€” Missionaries and the French War β€” 1650-1769
  8. PART III β€” Land Titles and Pioneers β€” 1679-1774
  9. PART IV β€” The Border Wars Begun β€” 1776-1777
  10. PART V β€” Overthrow of the Frontier β€” 1777-1778
  11. PART VI β€” The Sullivan Expedition β€” 1779
  12. PART VII β€” Last Years of the War β€” 1780-1783
  13. PART VIII β€” The Restoration of the Frontier β€” 1782-1800
  14. Bibliography, etc.
  15. A Personal Note