"[The author recounts] the conflict between American Indians and Anglo-Americans in the colonial South during one of the most turbulent periods of North American history. He explains the complex points of contact in Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia between native groups and settlers, while revealing the political gamesmanship between rival British and Whig traders and officials to secure Indian loyalty. The author also explains the critical role of the southern frontier to the American victory, a victory achieved long after the decision at Yorktown"--Dust jacket.

Early interrelations -- Mounting tensions -- The breaking point -- Cherokee offensive -- Whig expeditions -- The end of a very violent year -- An uneasy peace -- Peace and war -- The calm before the storm -- The two-front war -- The changing tides of war -- Winning battles -- Keeping up the pressure -- The beginning of the end -- 1783 and beyond.