Historical Events tagged with "lacrosse"
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Military & Warfare
Chippewas Capture Fort Michilimackinac
June 2nd, 1763 261 years ago
Chippewa warriors of the Great Lakes region devised a clever strategy to capture Fort Michilimackinac located in what is now Mackinaw City, Michigan. They drew the attention of the fort's garrison, predominantly composed of British soldiers, by engaging in a game of lacrosse outside the fort. As the soldiers watched the game, the Chippewas suddenly chased a ball into the fort, surprising the garrison and allowing the warriors to seize control of the location.
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