This fascinating collection of first-hand accounts offers a unique perspective on the brutal conflict between Native American tribes and American settlers in the early years of the Westward Expansion. Metcalfe's careful curation of narratives by prominent figures such as Daniel Boone sheds light on the complex social and political dynamics of this fraught period in American history. A gripping read for anyone interested in the real story behind the myth of the American frontier. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.