Perhaps best known for the Whig slogan in 1840 - "Tippecanoe and Tyler Too" - William Henry Harrison used his efforts to pacify Native Americans and defeat the British in the War of 1812 to promote a political career that eventually elevated him to the presidency. This book focuses on Harrison's early life and military exploits.

Apprenticeship in frontier warfare -- To Tippecanoe -- The politics of command -- The failed counteroffensive -- Defending Ohio -- Invading Canada -- The politics of victory.