Battle of Camas Creek (1877 AD)

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

Battle facts

• Year: 1877 AD
• 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: approx. 3 killed 6 woundedProbably only 2 wounded
• Outcome: Nez Perce victory
• Coordinates: 44.353°, -111.885°

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Wikipedia article on Battle of Camas Creek · Wikidata entry

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