Native Americans During the Revolution

During the American Revolution, Native American tribes found themselves in a complex position as both the British and the American colonists sought their allegiance. Many tribes, such as the Iroquois, were divided in their loyalties; some supported the British, hoping to protect their lands from colonial expansion, while others sided with the American patriots, believing in the promise of independence. This conflict often led to violence on their lands, as both sides sought to recruit Native Americans for military support. Ultimately, the Revolution significantly altered the political landscape for Native Americans, leading to loss of territory and autonomy regardless of their wartime alliances.