The Border Wars of New England, commonly called King William's and Queen Anne's Wars, is a historical book written by Samuel Adams Drake. The book chronicles the conflicts between the English colonies in New England and the French colonies in Canada during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. These wars, known as King William's War (1689-1697) and Queen Anne's War (1702-1713), were fought over territorial disputes and control of the fur trade.Drake's book provides a detailed account of the battles, skirmishes, and sieges that took place during these wars, including the famous raid on Deerfield, Massachusetts, in 1704. He also explores the political and economic factors that contributed to the conflicts, as well as the impact they had on the people living in the region.Throughout the book, Drake draws on a variety of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and official records, to provide a comprehensive and engaging narrative. He also includes maps and illustrations to help readers better understand the geography and tactics of the wars.Overall, The Border Wars of New England is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of colonial America, military history, or the relationship between the English and French in North America.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1897 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.