Battle of Pine Creek (1858 AD)

Battle of Pine Creek (United States of America vs Coeur D' Alenes Yakama, Cayuse, Spokane, possibly Walla Walla Indians, assorted Native American tribes) took place in 1858 AD during Yakima War.

Battle facts

• Year: 1858 AD
• Date: 1858-05-17
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: Yakima War
• Side A: United States of America
• Side B: Coeur D' Alenes Yakama, Cayuse, Spokane, possibly Walla Walla Indians, assorted Native American tribes
• Commanders (A): Bvt. Lt. Col. Edward Steptoe
• Commanders (B): Kamiakin, et al.
• Casualties: approx. 19 dead 27+ wounded (est.)9 dead (est.); 40+ wounded
• Outcome: Native American victory, United States Army retreat
• Coordinates: 47.229°, -117.365°

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