c) King Philip’s War

King Philip’s War, named after the Native American leader Metacom, who the colonists called “King Philip,” was a devastating conflict in New England from 1675 to 1678. It was one of the bloodiest wars per capita in U.S. history, reflecting the intense struggle between Native Americans and European settlers over land, resources, and cultural dominance. The war decimated the Native American population and power in New England, marking a significant shift in the balance of power in favor of the colonists.