Treaty Tensions
The Lakota, northern Cheyenne, and northern Arapaho have formed an alliance, but tensions with the Crow remain high as both groups vie for control over the same territory. The signing of a treaty at Fort Laramie in 1868 marks a pivotal moment, yet past conflicts, particularly the brutal Sand Creek massacre, intensify the stakes. As the U.S. presence grows in disputed lands, the Lakota's response escalates, leading to a dramatic ambush that underscores the volatile relationship between indigenous nations and American forces.In this clip
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78: The Indian Wars (Part 2): The Battle of the Little Bighorn (the Greasy Grass)
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