The Memoirs of Lieut. Henry Timberlake (Who Accompanied the Three Cherokee Indians to England in the Year 1762)

Lieutenant Henry Timberlake’s memoirs recount his extraordinary journey as an emissary to the Cherokee Nation and his subsequent voyage to England with three Cherokee leaders in 1762. Timberlake provides vivid descriptions of his interactions with the Cherokee people detailing their customs governance and daily life. His account sheds light on the complexities of colonial relationships and offers a rare glimpse into 18th-century Native American culture.The narrative also captures the Cherokee leaders' experiences in England including their audience with King George III and the fascination they inspired among the British public. Timberlake's memoir serves as both a historical document and a personal reflection on cross-cultural encounters during a pivotal period in colonial and Native American history.