Frontier Forts Under Fire

Discover the gripping history of Fort William Henry and Fort Phil Kearny in Frontier Forts Under Fire by Paul Williams. Published by McFarland & Co Inc in 2017, this compelling paperback spans 242 pages and delves into the turbulent years from 1755 to 1763 during the French and Indian War.

These conventional military outposts, characterized by their wooden stockades, sentry towers, and blockhouses, faced a tumultuous existence, lasting only about two years before their destruction. Williams meticulously reexamines the harrowing events that unfolded at both forts, including the tragic massacres of Native Americans that occurred just outside their walls. This book is essential for anyone interested in frontier and pioneer life, as well as the complex history of the United States during this pivotal era.

Join Paul Williams on a journey through time and gain insight into the resilience and struggles of those who lived on the North American frontier.