Tuscaroras

originally one of the six nations of Iroquois, migrated toward North Carolina. In 1711 they attempted to ma acre the whites, but were defeated in the battle of the Neuse, January 28, 1712. Hostilities were resumed, but they were overthrown in 1713 and 800 taken prisoners. ‘The tribe then fled to New York, except a small part who had remained friendly. These subsequently removed. The Tuscaforas eariy favored the English, but joined with the colomists duting the Revolution.