Battle of Port Gamble (1856 AD)

Battle of Port Gamble (United States vs Tlingit tribe from Kake village, Alaska) took place in 1856 AD during American Indian Wars.

Battle facts

• Year: 1856 AD
• Date: 1856-11-21
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: American Indian Wars
• Side A: United States
• Side B: Tlingit tribe from Kake village, Alaska
• Commanders (A): Samuel Swartout
• Commanders (B): Unknown
• Casualties: approx. 1 killed27 killed, 21 wounded
• Outcome: United States victory
• Coordinates: 47.854°, -122.584°

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