CHAPTER LXIV.

The Six Nations in 1812—American animus—“Manifest Destiny”—Mohawk Indians—A right to defend their homes—Inconsistency—American savages—Extract from Playter—Brock’s proclamation—Indian character, conduct, eloquence—Deserters in 1812—Few of them— Court-martials—The attempts at conquest by the Americans—The numbers—Result of war—Canadians saved the country—And can do so— Fraternal kindness 564

DIVISION XI.

ADVANCE OF CIVILIZATION.