Question

unit 2 pbs: native sovereignty 1.2 revolutionary era 3. brant first saw combat in his teens, leading mohawk men during the seven years war. but he became widely known during the american revolution. brant strongly believed that siding with the british was the best way to protect native lands. in 1775, he sailed to england and met with king george iii to discuss the mohawk - british alliance. he led raids against patriot forces in new york and pennsylvania. most of the people who fought under his leadership were white loyalist settlers, but he remained a leader among the mohawk. 4. why did joseph brant side with the british during the revolutionary war?

Explanation:

Joseph Brant sided with the British during the Revolutionary War mainly because he believed allying with the British was the best way to protect Native - American lands. He had a Mohawk - British alliance and led raids against Patriot forces. He also sailed to England and met with King George III to discuss matters related to his people.

Answer:

He believed allying with the British was the best way to protect Native American lands, had a Mohawk - British alliance, led raids against Patriot forces and met with King George III to discuss matters for his people.