Tecumseh's War
Definition
Tecumseh's War refers to a series of conflicts from 1811-1813 between U.S. forces and Native American warriors associated with Tecumseh's Confederacy.
Analogy
Think of Tecumseh's War as a season-long feud between two teams in a sports league. There were multiple confrontations (games), each one escalating tensions until it culminated in a final showdown (the playoffs).
Related terms
Tenskwatawa ("The Prophet"): A Shawnee religious leader and brother of Tecumseh who played a key role in leading Native American resistance during Tecumseh’s War.
Battle of Thames: An 1813 battle during the War of 1812 where Tecumseh was killed, effectively ending his confederacy.
Indian Removal Act (1830): Legislation passed long after Tecumseh’s death that forced many Native American tribes to move westward, highlighting continued conflicts over land and expansion.
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