Battle of Camas Creek (1877)

Battle of Camas Creek (United States Army vs Nez Perce) took place in 1877 during Nez Perce War.

Battle facts

Year: 1877
Date: 1877-08-20
Era: Modern
Conflict: Nez Perce War
Side A: United States Army
Side B: Nez Perce
Commanders (A): General Oliver Howard, Capt. Randolph Norwood
Commanders (B): Chief Joseph, Looking Glass, White Bird, Ollokot, Toohoolhoolzote
Casualties: 3 killed 6 wounded (United States Army), Probably only 2 wounded (Nez Perce)
Outcome: Nez Perce victory
Coordinates: 44.353°, -111.885°