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What was found in the Black Hills of South Dakota that led to conflict between the US Military and Native Americans?
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Through treaties, the Black Hills of South Dakota had been given to Native Americans. Then gold was discovered in French Creek near present day Custer, South Dakota. This discovery of gold caused conflict because the US Military was unable to keep the gold prospectors and others out of the Black Hills.
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What president was North Dakota named after?
North Dakota was not named for any president. North Dakota was named for the Dakota tribe of Native Americans that lived in the area.
Where are native Americans currently located?
most are living in south dakota,north dakota,minnesota,wisconson.I knew that because i learned it in a book i am reading.
What amendment established suffrage from African-Americans?
The one when I farted. Go Dakota ridge
How many Native Americans are in South Dakota?
According to the 2010 US Census, 8.8% of South Dakota's population is American Indian and Alaska Native persons which would be 71,648.
Where do the Lakota Indians live now?
The Dakota tribe of Native Americans live in both North and South Dakota on reservations. Many others live all around the world.
When did the Dakota conflict start?
The Dakota conflict started in 1862
What is the significance of wounded knee?
The Wounded Knee Massacre in 1890 was the last major engagement between Native Americans and the American military. In all, about 300 Native Americans were killed and left to freeze on the wintry South Dakota ground.
What is the per cent of Native Americans in South Dakota?
According to the 2010 US Census, the per cent of Native Americans in South Dakota is 8.8%.
What president was North Dakota named after?
North Dakota was not named for any president. North Dakota was named for the Dakota tribe of Native Americans that lived in the area.
What state has more Indians South Dakota or Delaware?
South Dakota has more Native Americans then Delaware.
How many miles between Faith South Dakota and Pierre South Dakota?
Approximately it would about 130 miles between Faith South Dakota and Pierre South Dakota.
Who was North Dakota taken from or purchased from?
North Dakota was originally part of Canada until the Americans came and took it from the Canadians.
Do Indians own South Dakota now?
Native Americans own parts of South Dakota as do many people and businesses.
Were Native Americans the first people to live in North Dakota?
Yes. Native Americans lived in the area which became North Dakota for thousands of years before European explorers reached the area.
What state is located between Canada and South Dakota?
North Dakota
Which state is located between Canada and South Dakota?
North Dakota
What is the military base near Fargo North Dakota?
There is an Air National Guard base adjacent to Hector International Airport in Fargo, North Dakota. Another military base close to Fargo, North Dakota would be the Grand Forks Air Force Base located 15 miles west of the city of Grand Forks, North Dakota.
