Forgotten Allies The Oneida Indians and the American Revolution [Paperback]

Combining compelling narrative and grand historical sweep,Forgotten Alliesoffers a vivid account of the Oneida Indians, forgotten heroes of the American Revolution who risked their homeland, their culture, and their lives to join in a war that gave birth to a new nation at the expense of their own. Revealing for the first time the full sacrifice of the Oneidas in securing independence,Forgotten Alliesoffers poignant insights about Oneida culture and how it changed and adjusted in the wake of nearly two centuries of contact with European-American colonists. It depicts the resolve of an Indian nation that fought alongside the revolutionaries as their valuable allies, only to be erased from America's collective historical memory. Beautifully written,Forgotten Alliesrecaptures these lost memories and makes certain that the Oneidas' incredible story is finally told in its entirety, thereby deepening and enriching our understanding of the American experience.

Joseph T. Glatthaaris the author of six books and teaches history at the
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.

James Kirby Martinis the author of eleven books and teaches history at the University of Houston.

Magnificent reading!Forgotten Alliesrepresents the very best kind of American history. ... Professors Glatthaar and Martin have helped restore the truths of our Oneida heritage, both as allies in war and partners in peace with the United States. Ray Halbritter, National Representative and CEO, Oneida Indian Nation

The story of the Oneida Indians and the larger Iroquois Confederacy in the American Revolution is elegantly told inForgotten Allies, a book that will surprise, delight, and sadden readers. The Oneidas stood with the liberty-loving forces of the Continental Army at Saratoga and Oriskany and Valley Forge. Yet once the war ended their bravery and loyalty were conveniently forgottenuntil now. This is a gem of a book. l,