All of them, from the oldest to the youngest, rejoiced in the decision, and, not least, the famous Thayendanegea.

He hated the Americans most because they were upon the soil, and were always pressing forward against the Indian.

The Englishmen were far away, and if they prevailed in the great war, the march of the American would be less rapid.

He would strike once more with the Englishmen, and the Iroquois could deliver mighty blows on the American rearguard.

He and his Mohawks, proud Keepers of the Western Gate, would lead in the onset.