Kintpuash
Tribal leader during the Modoc War
Born
1837
188 years ago
Died
October 3rd, 1873
151 years ago — 36 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as a chief of the Modoc tribe in California and Oregon. Led the tribe during the Modoc War against the U.S. military from 1872 to 1873. The conflict arose due to land disputes and the forced relocation of the Modoc people. Kintpuash and his followers sought to defend their homeland, leading to significant military engagements. Following the war, he was captured and eventually executed in 1873.
Led the Modoc tribe during the Modoc War
Fought against the U.S. military forces
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