The Pig War: Standoff at Griffin Bay
by Mike Vouri
The Pig War: Standoff at Griffin Bay by Mike Vouri explores the bizarre 1859 border incident on San Juan Island that pitted American and British forces against each other over a slain pig. Detailing the military occupation and negotiations, the book reveals how diplomacy averted disaster in this forgotten chapter of history.
About This Book
The Pig War recounts the dramatic events of a 19th-century border standoff between the United States and Britain at Griffin Bay on San Juan Island.
Mike Vouri details the origins of the dispute, sparked by a seemingly trivial incident involving a pig, which highlighted deeper territorial tensions.
The book examines the military buildup and diplomatic maneuvers that kept the situation from erupting into full-scale war.
Through archival insights, it captures the human elements of the standoff and its lasting impact on international relations.
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