Wounded Knee incident happened on 1973-05-05.
two american indians died
The death or murder of Chief Sitting Bull was the catalyst that started the Battle of Wounded Knee in 1890. The murder of Wesley Bad Heart Bull in 1973 led to another battle at the Wounded Knee memorial.
Indian protesters were killed on the site of a historical indian massacre.
The AIM (American Indian Movement) occupation of Wounded Knee in 1973 was a significant protest that highlighted the struggles of Native Americans for sovereignty and civil rights. Lasting 71 days, the occupation involved armed confrontations and negotiations with federal authorities, drawing national attention to issues such as treaty rights and poverty in Native communities. The event symbolized the broader fight for indigenous rights and remains a pivotal moment in Native American activism.
Wounded Knee incident happened on 1973-05-05.
two american indians died
Two American Indians died.
A Tattoo on My Heart The Warriors of Wounded Knee 1973 - 2005 TV was released on: USA: 27 February 2005
It ended in arrests two people died
defiance
AIM (American Indian Movement) chose Wounded Knee, South Dakota, for their protest occupation in 1973 to draw attention to the ongoing struggles faced by Native Americans, particularly regarding treaty rights and government neglect. Wounded Knee was historically significant as the site of a tragic massacre in 1890, symbolizing the oppression of Native peoples. The occupation aimed to highlight issues of poverty, systemic injustice, and the need for tribal sovereignty, while also seeking to revive interest in Native American rights nationally.
Wounded Knee Massacre
The death or murder of Chief Sitting Bull was the catalyst that started the Battle of Wounded Knee in 1890. The murder of Wesley Bad Heart Bull in 1973 led to another battle at the Wounded Knee memorial.
The American Indian Movement's occupation of Wounded Knee in 1973 was primarily led by activist leaders such as Russell Means and Dennis Banks. The occupation was a protest against the U.S. government's treatment of Native Americans and aimed to draw attention to issues like treaty violations and poverty. The event lasted for 71 days and became a significant moment in the fight for Native American rights.
Indian protesters were killed on the site of a historical indian massacre.
Battle of Wounded Knee.