Gallop Toward the Sun
Tecumseh and William Henry Harrison's Struggle for the Destiny of a Nation
- 416 pages
- 15 hours of reading
The book delves into the clash between William Henry Harrison and Tecumseh, highlighting the broader conflicts arising from the U.S. conquest of indigenous lands. It portrays Harrison's rise as a governor and his manipulative treaties aimed at statehood, contrasted with Tecumseh's leadership in uniting tribes against American expansion. The narrative emphasizes Tecumseh's legacy as a formidable orator and strategist, supported by the British during the War of 1812, as he fought to protect Native American sovereignty and resist encroachment on their territories.
