Battle of Beecher Island (1868 AD)

Battle of Beecher Island (Side A vs Arapaho & Cheyenne & Sioux) took place in 1868 AD during American Indian Wars.

Battle facts

• Year: 1868 AD
• Date: 1868-09-19
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: American Indian Wars
• Side B: Arapaho, Cheyenne, Sioux
• Commanders (A): Brv-Col. G. A. Forsyth, Lt. F. H. Beecher†, J. H. Mooers, Surgeon†
• Commanders (B): Roman Nose†
• Casualties: approx. 6 killed 15 wounded9–32 killed
• Outcome: United States victory
• Coordinates: 39.872°, -102.186°

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