It is noteworthy, too, that Henry, who was in daily contact with the French settlers and Indians, and had his agents scattered throughout the Indian country, saw no cause for alarm.

But it happened that towards the end of May news reached the Indians at Michilimackinac of the situation at Detroit, and with the news came a war-belt signifying that they were to destroy the British garrison.

A crowd of Indians, chiefly Chippewas and Sacs, presently assembled at the post.

This was a usual thing in spring, and would cause no suspicion.

The savages, however, had planned to attack the fort on June 4, the birthday of George III.