King Philip's War; With Special Reference to the Attack on Brookfield in August, 1675.

The article presents an exploration into King Philip's War, waged between the Wampanoag tribe of Native Americans under chief Metacom and the colonists of Massachusetts and Rhode Island in the late 17th century. The article presents discussion regarding the context and causes behind the initiation of the conflict in 1675 as well as a full account of the battle of Brookfield, Massachusetts. Comments are given noting the initial pressures on the Native American tribes due to the rapid population growth of the settlers. Metacom's raid on Brookfield is also described in depth, noting its strategic location and describing the colonial reaction to the assault.