A Half-Century of Conflict - Volume II by Francis Parkman

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Author Parkman, Francis, 1823-1893
Title A Half-Century of Conflict - Volume II
Credits Produced by Don Kretz, David Moynihan, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "A Half-Century of Conflict - Volume II" by Francis Parkman is a historical account written during the late 19th century. The work focuses on the European colonial struggles and the interactions between French explorers and Native American tribes in North America, particularly highlighting the period from 1697 to 1761. It delves into the exploration of the Mississippi River and the quest for the Pacific Ocean, showcasing the adventures and challenges faced by figures such as Le Sueur, Bourgmont, and La Vérendrye amidst the backdrop of imperial competition between France and England. The opening of this volume introduces various French explorers who ventured into the West, motivated by discovery and trade opportunities. It details how figures like Le Sueur embarked on expeditions into territories inhabited by Native tribes such as the Sioux and Comanches. The segment illustrates the tension between the desire for exploration and the hardships faced, including the struggle for alliances with local tribes, the challenges posed by the wilderness, and the impact of European rivalries on these endeavors. It sets the stage for the broader narrative of exploration and conflict that defines this historical period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E186: History: America: Colonial History (1607-1775)
Subject United States -- History -- Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775
Subject Canada -- History -- To 1763 (New France)
Subject United States -- History -- Queen Anne's War, 1702-1713
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EBook-No. 7064
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 30, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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