Historical Events tagged with "fort robinson"
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U.S. Army Paymaster Robbed in Violent Attack
A U.S. Army paymaster and his escort were ambushed in a violent attack while transporting over $28,000 in funds. The assailants, armed and intent on theft, succeeded in making off with the cash, resulting in a significant loss for the military. The bravery shown by Paymaster John P. C. Murdock and Sergeant John W. Squires during the assault led to both being awarded the Medal of Honor for their actions that day.
Continue ReadingCrazy Horse's Resistance and Fatal Confinement
Oglala Sioux chief Crazy Horse was bayoneted by a United States soldier after attempting to resist confinement in a guardhouse at Fort Robinson in Nebraska. This incident occurred during tensions between Native American tribes and U.S. forces. Crazy Horse’s death marked a significant moment in the ongoing struggle between the Sioux Nation and the U.S. government, highlighting the violent clashes over territory and sovereignty.
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