Raiders of the Mohawk: The Story of the Butler's Rangers was originally written sometime in the 1950s by author Orlo Miller. It is not a deep book, and I was able to read through it in a matter of hours. However, it is quite engaging and entertaining. I read it with my younger brothers in mind, and in a few years I shall no doubt lend them this book.
The narrative follows in part the story of real life Loyalist Daniel Spring, who fled with his mother and brother their home in New York state, after their father, the local reverend and supporter of the King, is murdered by rebels who disagree with his views. After the three remaining Springers flee, they come in contact with Colonel Butler and his Butler's Rangers, and eventually Daniel and his brother Richard join the Rangers. Part of the narrative follows Daniel as he grows from a young boy into a man, whilst fighting for God, King, and Country. The other part of the narrative follows the overall exploits and the daring raids on rebels , by the Rangers, and in many of these Daniel is involved. This second part is a more general, broad sweep of the time period in which the Rangers fought, which I think was a necessary part of the book, in order that those who are first encountering the brave Loyalists, the courageous Butler's Rangers, and those who remained loyal to the King, could understand the narrative of Daniel's life with a greater clarity and depth.
Ostensibly the majority of all the characters in this book are real and true to life, which makes the tale an even greater one.
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