The Indian World of George Washington
by Colin Gordon Calloway
"The First President, the First Americans, and the Birth of the Nation"
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The Indian World of George Washington by Colin Gordon Calloway
Details
War:
American Revolutionary War
Perspective:
Commanders
True Story:
Yes
Biography:
Yes
Region:
North America
Page Count:
648
Published Date:
2018
ISBN13:
9780190652166
Summary
This book examines George Washington's complex and consequential relationships with Native Americans throughout his life. Colin Calloway explores how Washington's interactions with Indigenous peoples shaped his career from surveyor and soldier to first president, while simultaneously affecting the survival and sovereignty of Native nations. The work reveals how Indian affairs were central to the founding of the United States, challenging traditional narratives that marginalize Native Americans in early American history. It provides a nuanced portrait of Washington while highlighting the devastating impact of his policies on Indigenous communities.
