Historical Events tagged with "lost river"

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Military & Warfare

The Modoc War begins with the Battle of Lost River

November 29th, 1872 152 years ago

The Battle of Lost River marked the onset of the Modoc War, a conflict between the Modoc people and the United States Army. Following years of tension over land rights, the Modocs, led by their chief Kintpuash, began their first major engagement against U.S. forces near the Lost River in present-day Oregon. Tensions flared as settlers encroached on Modoc territory, leading to violent clashes. This battle underscored the Modocs' fight for their homeland and resistance against displacement.

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