they used riffles
They used sticks
The Nez Perce were fierce warriors that used bows and arrows, knives, war spears and leather shields as their weapons. They had a type of launcher for the spears called a atlatls.
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Nez Perce War started when White men found out that Wallowa valley has tremendous open range for cattle. That area is where Native Americans lived.
The Nez Perce War occurred from June to October 1877. The conflict arose when the U.S. government attempted to force the Nez Perce to move to a smaller reservation in Idaho, leading to a series of battles as the tribe, led by Chief Joseph, sought to resist relocation. The war ended with the surrender of the Nez Perce after a long and arduous retreat.
War and hunting
Toohoolhoolzote was a Nez Perce leader who fought in the Nez Perce War, after first advocating peace, and died at the Battle of Bear Paw.
"Nimiipuu" refers to the Nez Perce people, an Indigenous group from the Pacific Northwest of the United States. The term translates to "the People" in their native language, highlighting their identity and connection to their land and culture. The Nez Perce have a rich history and are known for their significant role in various historical events, including the Nez Perce War of 1877.
Chief Joseph was the leader of the Nez Perce tribe, and his people primarily fought against the United States government during the Nez Perce War of 1877. The conflict arose over the U.S. government's attempts to force the Nez Perce onto a reservation in Idaho, which led to a series of battles as Chief Joseph sought to lead his people to safety in Canada. The Nez Perce faced overwhelming military force, ultimately resulting in their surrender after a long and arduous retreat.
gold was discovered on their reservation.
Chief Joseph led his people in an effect to hold on the the Nez Perce homeland and to avoid war with the United States.