The savage struggle to take control of the North American wilderness during the epic Seven Years' War between France and England is a gripping tale. As the two European powers battled each other for global supremacy, the brutal conflict took on a unique North American character, particularly in the role Native allies played on both sides.

Colonel Bernd Horn has held key positions in the Canadian Forces, including deputy commander of Canadian Special Operations Forces Command. An adjunct professor of history at the Royal Military College of Canada, he has authored, co-authored, or co-edited 30 books on military history and military affairs, including No Lack of Courage: Operation Medusa, Afghanistan. He lives in Kingston, Ontario.