In this biography, Hubbard delves into Red Jacket's early life, detailing his upbringing among the Seneca people and the cultural traditions that shaped his worldview. The narrative highlights his emergence as a prominent leader and orator, known for his eloquence and advocacy for the rights and sovereignty of Native Americans. Hubbard presents Red Jacket's efforts to resist encroachment on Native lands and his attempts to navigate the complexities of diplomacy with European settlers and t...

In "An Account of Sa-Go-Ye-Wat-Ha, or Red Jacket, and His People, 1750-1830," John Niles Hubbard offers a meticulous historical narrative that delves into the life of the prominent Seneca leader Red Jacket and the broader context of his community during a pivotal era in American history. Through a unique blend of documentary research and a compelling prose style, Hubbard illuminates the complexities of Native American identity and resistance, as well as the societal pressures faced amidst ...

The "Life and Times of Red Jacket" by Colonel William L. Stone, has been before the public for many years. The industry and ability of the author have made it a work of great value, and his extensive researches have left but little room for anything new to be said, by one coming after him. Yet the fact need not be concealed that many, who were intimately acquainted with Red Jacket, were disappointed when they came to read his biography. If it had been prepared under the direct influence an...

Vehicle automation is on dual paths of entrenching private car ownership while simultaneously enhancing transportation services that would make driving unnecessary. Future impacts are uncertain.The End of Driving challenges the assumption that self-driving cars will by themselves reduce traffic congestion and crashes. Evolving vehicle automation will create safer, more convenient vehicles, yet continued reliance on private ownership will increase traffic volume. The authors explore psychol...

CONTENTS (abridged list)CHAPTER I. Red Jacket —CHAPTER II. Glance at the early history of the Iroquois —CHAPTER III. Name Red Jacket, how acquired — Indian name —CHAPTER IV. Early struggles —CHAPTER V. United States claim to Indian lands —CHAPTER VI.Union of the western Indians —...CHAPTER XVI. Tecumseh and Indian confederation —CHAPTER XVII. Taking of Fort Erie — Battle of Chippewa —CHAPTER XVIII. Pre-emptive rig...

While many transportation and city planners, researchers, students, practitioners, and political leaders are familiar with the technical nature and promise of vehicle automation, consensus is not yet often seen on the impact that will result, or the policies and actions that those responsible for transportation systems should take. The End of Driving: Transportation Systems and Public Policy Planning for Autonomous Vehicles explores both the potential of vehicle automation technology and t...

To the Hon. Henry G. Hubbard, of Middletown, Conn.