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Native Americans burning a schooner in the Detroit River at night during Pontiacs War, 1763-1764.
Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
Media ID 5883120
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1700s 1760s 18th Century Aboriginal Amerindian Attack Battle Burn Canoe Colonial Colonist Colony Conflict Fire Great Lakes Indian Michigan Mid West Military Native Native American Naval Battle Rebellion Revolt Ship Ship Wreck Uprising Wreck 1763 1764 Detroit Lake Huron Ottawa Pontiac Schooner
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This hand-colored woodcut print depicts a dramatic scene from the historic Pontiac's War, which took place between 1763 and 1764. The image showcases Native Americans launching an audacious attack on a schooner in the Detroit River at night. In this powerful illustration, flames engulf the ship as it becomes a victim of the intense conflict between American colonists and indigenous tribes. The artwork beautifully captures the chaos and violence of this pivotal moment in North American history. Chief Pontiac, leader of the Ottawa tribe, spearheaded a rebellion against British colonial rule that spread throughout the Great Lakes region. This visual representation offers insight into both sides' military strategies during this uprising. The artist skillfully portrays details such as burning wreckage floating in Lake Huron while canoes navigate through treacherous waters. It serves as a reminder of how native peoples fiercely defended their land against encroaching settlers. As we gaze upon this vintage illustration, we are transported back to an era when tensions ran high and battles raged across what is now Michigan. It stands as a testament to not only Native American resistance but also to their rich cultural heritage. This historical artifact provides us with an opportunity to reflect on our shared past and gain deeper understanding of the complex dynamics that shaped early America.
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