"The War-Trail Fort: Further Adventures of Thomas Fox and Pitamakan" by James Willard Schultz is a historical adventure story that takes you back to the mid-1800s, when big changes were happening for Native Americans and fur traders. Thomas Fox, a young boy, and his friend Pitamakan are ready for adventure as the American Fur Company closes down. With his uncle becoming an Indian trader, Thomas sees a chance to make his own way in the world. They get ready for a trip that tests them with rival tribes that cause trouble and the need to build a fort to keep safe. With the wide-open wilderness as their background the story shares suspense, coming-of-age, and facing difficult situations of the time.

The War-Trail Fort: Further Adventures of Thomas Fox and Pitamakan
By James Willard Schultz
Amidst the backdrop of closing fur companies and rising tensions between tribes, two young friends embark on an adventure where they must build a fort for protection and find their own way in a changing world.
Summary
About the AuthorJames Willard Schultz, or Apikuni, was an American writer, explorer, Glacier National Park guide, fur trader and historian of the Blackfeet Indians. He operated a fur trading post at Carroll, Montana 47°34′25″N 108°22′24″W and lived among the Pikuni tribe during the period 1880-82. He was given the name Apikuni by the Pikuni chief, Running Crane. Apikuni in Blackfeet means "Spotted Robe." Schultz is most noted for his 37 books, most about Blackfoot life, and for his contributions to the naming of prominent features in Glacier National Park.
James Willard Schultz, or Apikuni, was an American writer, explorer, Glacier National Park guide, fur trader and historian of the Blackfeet Indians. He operated a fur trading post at Carroll, Montana 47°34′25″N 108°22′24″W and lived among the Pikuni tribe during the period 1880-82. He was given the name Apikuni by the Pikuni chief, Running Crane. Apikuni in Blackfeet means "Spotted Robe." Schultz is most noted for his 37 books, most about Blackfoot life, and for his contributions to the naming of prominent features in Glacier National Park.