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Benjamin Church: English Militia Commander During King Philip’s War

Benjamin Church (1639-1718) was an English militia commander during King Philip's War between English colonists and the Wampanoag and allied Native American tribes (1675-1676). Church devised effective military tactics and controversially recruited Native American allies against their people, playing a crucial role in the English victory. His decisions remain debated among historians. He also served as a colonial official, magistrate, and wrote an account of the war, influencing warfare and American history.

Metacomet: A Symbol of Native American Resistance

Metacomet, also known as King Philip, was a Wampanoag sachem (chief) who led his people in the King Philip's War, one of the bloodiest conflicts in American history. Metacomet was a complex and controversial figure, but he is undoubtedly one of the most important Native American leaders in history. Metacomet's Early Life Metacomet was born … Continue reading Metacomet: A Symbol of Native American Resistance →

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The Impact of King Philip’s War on Native Americans and English Settlers

King Philip's War, also known as the Metacomet's War, was a major conflict between Native Americans and English settlers in New England from 1675 to 1676. The war was sparked by a number of factors, including religious tensions, trade disagreements, and English encroachment on Native American land. Religious Tensions One of the main causes of … Continue reading The Impact of King Philip’s War on Native Americans and English Settlers →

Would You Pay To See King Philip’s Hand In A Jar?

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This is a bizarre question to ask, isn’t it? One cannot say that fault solely belongs to the Native Indians for the King Philip's War. The conflict was a collision of cultures. The two sides didn’t understand one another. In many ways, happened then, students of history have seen before, have seen repeated, is seeing … Continue reading Would You Pay To See King Philip’s Hand In A Jar? →

Sour Grapes?…The “Battle of Bloody Brook”

The year is 1675. It is the beginning of King Philip's War, and the English colonists are losing...BADLY. The natives have free reign of the countryside, attacking every town, every farm, and every traveler at will. The English had the distinction of being one of the greatest powers of the time in Europe. Even though … Continue reading Sour Grapes?…The “Battle of Bloody Brook” →