Born Fighting

Born Fighting chronicles the full journey of the Scots-Irish, a cultural group whose lives were dictated by resistance, conflict, and struggle.

Beginning nearly two thousand years ago at Hadrian’s Wall, the book traces the Scots-Irish history through their clashes with the English in Scotland and Ulster, and their subsequent influence on American history.

Webb vividly portrays how the Scots-Irish developed qualities that helped settle the American frontier and define the American character.

The book highlights their significant roles in American conflicts, their contributions to American politics, and their impact on various aspects of American culture, including country music and the Bible Belt.