At War with Pontiac; Or, The Totem of the Bear: A Tale of Redcoat and Redskin

The narrative unfolds around a frontier settlement where rising tensions between white settlers and local tribes erupt into wider warfare led by Pontiac. The plot follows Donald, rescued from death by a tribal totem, as he undertakes dangerous missions, endures captivity, and stages daring escapes alongside allies such as Major Hester, Truman Flagg, Christie, and the eccentric paymaster Bullen. Episodes include scouting, a lost infant, ambushes, a sabotaged boat brigade, the discovery of a magical tattoo, and a winter in the wilderness, while relationships cross cultural lines and courage, loyalty, and resourcefulness shape survival and rescue throughout the campaign.