The Second Book Chapters XXVIII-XXXVI Summary and Analysis

Chapter XXVIII: Anno Dom 1637; The Pequot War

In the early part of the year, the Pequot fell upon the English in Connecticut, and at the lower part of the river killed many of the English while they were working in the fields. The Pequot also attacked a fort, and although they did not win, the English were amazed by the bold attempt.

The Pequots also attempted to make amends with the Narragansetts. After careful consideration, the Narragansetts were reminded of the wrong done to them by Pequot and joined the English against the other tribe.

Bradford details the conflict between the tribes and English and how the Pequots were driven from the area.

There was a conflict regarding Sherley and the accounts in England. The resolution was that Sherley would be discharged and...