CHAPTER XVI.

Tecumseh and Indian confederation--Aid given by Elskawata--Doings at the Prophet's town--Great Indian council at the West--Red Jacket's claim for precedence to be given the Senecas--His adherence to the United States-- Hostilities encouraged by British agents--Warriors gathered at the Prophet's town--Visited by General Harrison at the head of his troops-- Hostilities disclaimed--Surprised by a sudden attack--Indians defeated-- War proclaimed against England--Indians take sides--Unfavorable commencement--Different successes--Part taken by Red Jacket.