Links to Chief Tecumseh and the War of 1812

The following list will hopefully provide some useful links to other Internet sites concerning Chief Tecumseh and the War of 1812.

The History of Tecumseh at Tippecanoe.com
This web site contains a growing list of documents and links on Indian culture in general, with emphasis on Tecumseh and the battle at Tippecanoe creek.
Galafilms: War of 1812 Site
Companion web site to Galafilm's four-part documentary film on the War of 1812, directed by Brian McKenna (1999, produced for TV Ontario and The History Channel). An excellent resource for students and teachers.
Shawnee History
A First Nations web site with a good condensed history of the Shawnees, as well as links to other First Nations peoples.
Tecumseh at 'Ohio History Central'
A well-designed web site maintained by the Ohio Historical Society, targeting a young audience. The 'Ohio History Central' section has a history of Tecumseh (this link) plus many others, including Joseph Brant, Pontiac, Henry Proctor, William Henry Harrison, and the Prophet (Tecumseh's brother). Site also has many images of historical people, maps, and native artifacts.
An American Hero: Tecumseh
Another well-designed web site, maintained by James Madison University, with a brief biography of Tecumseh, his letter to Govenor Harrison, and some good images. Be sure to view the Battle of the Thames print.
Shawnee Warrior
An interesting site about the Shawnee nation's history, language and culture, and Tecumseh and his half-brother the Prophet. A few good native stories and images too.
United Tribe of Shawnee Indians
A web site maintained by a Kansas-based Shawnee tribe listing various treaties, legal documents and constitutional documents, including the Constitution of the United Tribe of Shawnee Indians. Site honors the achievements of Shawnee Chief Tecumseh.
Heritage Days - Chatham, Ontario
The Faire at the Forks is an annual living-history event, held each fall at Thamesgrove Conservation Area in Chatham, where David has portrayed Chief Tecumseh for many years. And each year, Tecumseh is "killed" during a re-enactment of the Battle of the Thames.
Battle of Stoney Creek Re-Enactment
A web site focusing on the War of 1812-1814, with illustrated reports on recent re-enactments, including a picture of Chief Tecumseh (David) taken outside his wigwam, at the Battle of Stoney Creek Re-Enactment, 2000.

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