The Journal of Captain William Pote, Jr. During His Captivity in the French and Indian War from May 1745 to August 1747 is a historical account written by William Pote Jr., an American colonial soldier who was captured by the French and their Native American allies during the conflict. The book is a first-hand account of Pote's experiences as a prisoner of war, including his interactions with his captors, the conditions of his captivity, and his eventual...