Historical Events tagged with "wabanaki"
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Dummer's War Begins Near Maine Border
Dummer's War marked a conflict mainly between New England settlers and the Wabanaki Confederacy, which included various Native American tribes. It was initiated as tensions rose over land disputes and trade issues in the region, particularly along the Maine-Massachusetts border. The war, named after Massachusetts Governor William Dummer, saw multiple raids and counter-raids as both sides attempted to assert their dominance. The Wabanaki sought to protect their territories from advancing settlers who encroached on their land, leading to significant skirmishes in the area.
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