Gallop Toward the Sun: Tecumseh and William Henry Harrison's Struggle for the Destiny of a Nation

Name: Gallop Toward the Sun: Tecumseh and William Henry Harrison's Struggle for the Destiny of a Nation
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Book Synopsis: A vivid account of the rivalry between future president William Henry Harrison and the Shawnee chief Tecumseh—and of the Native American alliance that fought westward expansion—from the New York Times bestselling author of Astoria

“Taut, multi-layered . . . a much-needed reevaluation of this crucial period of our nation’s history.”—Laurence Bergreen, author of Over the Edge of the World

The conquest of Indigenous land in the eastern United States through corrupt treaties and genocidal violence laid the groundwork for the conquest of the American West. In Gallop Toward the Sun, acclaimed author Peter Stark exposes the fundamental conflicts at play through the little-known but consequential struggle between two extraordinary leaders.

William Henry Harrison was born to a prominent Virginia family, the son of a signer of the Declaration of Independence. He journeyed west, became governor of the vast Indiana Territory, and sought statehood by attracting settlers and imposing one-sided treaties.

Tecumseh, by all accounts one of the nineteenth century’s greatest leaders, belonged to an honored line of Shawnee warriors and chiefs. His father, killed while fighting the Virginians flooding into Kentucky, extracted a promise from his sons to “never give in” to the land-hungry Americans. An eloquent speaker, Tecumseh traveled from Minnesota to Florida and west to the Great Plains convincing far-flung tribes to join a great confederacy and face down their common enemy. Eager to stop U.S. expansion, the British backed Tecumseh’s confederacy in a series of battles during the forgotten western front of the War of 1812 that would determine control over the North American continent.

Tecumseh’s brave stand was likely the last chance to protect Indigenous people from U.S. expansion—and prevent the upstart United States from becoming a world power. In this fast-paced narrative—with its sharply drawn characters, high-stakes diplomacy, and bloody battles—Peter Stark brings this pivotal moment to life.

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Discover the untold story of the epic struggle for the destiny of a nation in Gallop Toward the Sun: Tecumseh and William Henry Harrison's Struggle for the Destiny of a Nation. Join New York Times bestselling author Peter Stark as he delves into the little-known rivalry between future president William Henry Harrison and the revered Shawnee chief Tecumseh.

In this captivating account, Stark exposes the conflicts that shaped the conquest of Indigenous land and paved the way for the expansion of the American West. Through corrupt treaties and genocidal violence, the foundation for U.S. westward expansion was laid. Gallop Toward the Sun offers a much-needed reevaluation of this crucial period in our nation's history.

Delve into the lives of these extraordinary leaders. William Henry Harrison, born into a prominent Virginia family, journeyed west and became governor of the vast Indiana Territory. Through his efforts to attract settlers and impose one-sided treaties, Harrison aimed for statehood. On the other side, Tecumseh, a great Shawnee warrior and chief, embarked on a mission to unite tribes across vast distances, forming a powerful confederacy to resist American expansion.

Eager to halt U.S. expansion, the British provided support to Tecumseh's confederacy during the forgotten western front of the War of 1812. The battles that ensued in this pivotal moment would determine control over the North American continent. Tecumseh's courageous stand was likely the last hope to protect Indigenous people from U.S. expansion and prevent the rise of an upstart United States as a dominant world power.

Prepare to be swept away by this fast-paced narrative. Stark skillfully brings to life the sharply drawn characters, high-stakes diplomacy, and bloody battles of this critical era. Gallop Toward the Sun is a must-read for history enthusiasts and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of America's westward expansion and its impact on Indigenous communities.

Unveil the hidden truth of our nation's history and experience the gripping tale of Tecumseh and William Henry Harrison's Struggle for the Destiny of a Nation. Get your hands on a copy of Gallop Toward the Sun today and embark on a journey that will challenge your perspectives and captivate your imagination.

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