Battle of Washita River (1868 AD)

Battle of Washita River (United States vs Cheyenne) took place in 1868 AD during American Indian Wars.

Battle facts

Year: 1868 AD
Date: 1868-11-27
Era: Modern
Conflict: American Indian Wars
Side A: United States
Side B: Cheyenne
Commanders (A): George Custer, Joel Elliott
Commanders (B): Black Kettle
Casualties: approx. 21 killed and 13 woundedRange of military and civilian scout estimates: 16 to 140+ men killed "some" to 75 women and children killed Range of Cheyenne estimates: 11 to 18 men killed 17 to "many" women and children killed Tot
Outcome: See Controversies
Coordinates: 35.617°, -99.687°