1. The English and the Iroquois
... already have. This is just a formality for them so that they can maintain relations with a powerful ally. The Commissioners of Maryland refuse to consider the Iroquois claim to the land within their territory, however, they are able to manipulate the situation to make it seem like they are actually helping the Iroquois. The English "resolve to live in Brotherly Love ... and Affection" so they kindly offer compensation in return for a formal written release of their land claims, like a parent offering their child an ice cream cone, so long as he cleans his room (63). The British also ass...
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