The Land of the Miamis An Account of the Struggle to Secure Possession of the North-West from the End of the Revolution until 1812

"The Land of the Miamis" by Elmore Barce is a historical narrative that recounts the intense battles for control of the Northwest Territory from the close of the American Revolution to the War of 1812. It spotlights significant people like General William Henry Harrison and the Miamis, along with other Native American tribes, examining their relationships and the far-reaching effects on American growth. The story begins by painting a picture of the Northwest's rich environment before widespread American settlement, detailing the cultural setting, the importance of buffalo, and the Miamis' interactions with tribes like the Potawatomi and Shawnees. This introduction highlights the tribes' traditional lands, the start of European settlers' invasion, and the resulting conflicts fueled by British interference and Native American defiance, setting the stage for a deeper examination of military actions and agreements.