Book excerpt: The boom of a flintlock musket, a cloud of acrid black powder, and the drumming of feet as they rush towards the fallen foe. A knife is unsheathed, and with a few quick movements, the enemy's bloody scalp is ripped free. Warfare in the Eastern Woodlands of America was one of raids, ambushes and sudden violent encounters. This book includes: -All rules needed to play. -Historical background detailing Native American tribes and their Europeans foes. -A map showing the locations of the major tribes. -Timeline covering major and minor wars from European arrival until the 2nd Seminole War. -Army lists for Native Americans, French & British. -Complete list of Traits to individualize troops. - Suggestions on how to set up games. -Detailed description of the period. Based on the Origins-award-winning Song of Drums and Shakos rules.