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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 was the last sifgnificant military clash between the native Americans and U.S troops in north America?

The last significant military clash between Native Americans and U.S. troops in North America is generally considered to be the Battle of Wounded Knee, which occurred on December 29, 1890. This confrontation took place in South Dakota between U.S. Army forces and Lakota Sioux, resulting in the deaths of around 300 Lakota men, women, and children. Wounded Knee is often viewed as the end of the Indian Wars, marking a tragic culmination of decades of conflict and displacement of Native American tribes.


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 was the last war fought by theU.S. and the native Americans in 1890?

The last significant conflict between the U.S. government and Native Americans was the Wounded Knee Massacre, which occurred on December 29, 1890. This tragic event took place in South Dakota, where U.S. Army troops confronted a group of Lakota Sioux. The confrontation escalated into violence, resulting in the deaths of hundreds of Lakota men, women, and children, marking a somber conclusion to the Indian Wars.


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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.


What 2 states is located between Nebraska and Canada?

North Dakota & South Dakota are located between Nebraska and Canada.


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.


Which state is located between Canada and South Dakota?

North Dakota


What state is located between Canada and South Dakota?

North Dakota