Statements (108)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:battle
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
5
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Chief_Black_Kettle
|
| gptkbp:aftermath |
Increased tensions between Native Americans and settlers
Destruction of Cheyenne village destruction of Cheyenne village |
| gptkbp:alliance |
Southern Cheyenne and Arapaho
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| gptkbp:campaigns |
part of larger military strategy.
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| gptkbp:casualties |
significant loss of life
Significant Cheyenne casualties approximately 100 Cheyenne killed approximately 20 U. S. soldiers killed |
| gptkbp:combatant |
gptkb:United_States
gptkb:Cheyenne |
| gptkbp:combatants |
gptkb:military_unit
gptkb:Cheyenne |
| gptkbp:commanded |
controversial decisions
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| gptkbp:commander |
gptkb:George_Armstrong_Custer
gptkb:Black_Kettle |
| gptkbp:consequences |
Influenced U. S. policy towards Native Americans
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| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
Portrayal in literature and film
depicted in literature and film shift towards reservations Disruption of traditional lifestyle Shift towards more aggressive policies |
| gptkbp:cultural_representation |
Depicted in various media
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| gptkbp:date |
November 27, 1868
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| gptkbp:disease_resistance |
gptkb:ongoing_conflict
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| gptkbp:first_ascent |
aggressive tactics
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| gptkbp:followed_by |
gptkb:Battle_of_the_Washita
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| gptkbp:government_type |
Indian removal
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| gptkbp:historical_analysis |
Examined in military history studies
|
| gptkbp:historical_context |
varied perspectives
post-Civil War expansionism Post-Civil War expansionism Part of the broader Indian Wars Varied perspectives on Custer's actions |
| gptkbp:historical_debate |
justification of U. S. actions
Custer's legacy as a military leader |
| gptkbp:historical_documentation |
Military records and reports
|
| gptkbp:historical_figure |
gptkb:George_Armstrong_Custer
gptkb:Black_Kettle |
| gptkbp:historical_impact |
increased tensions between U. S. and Native Americans
Long-term effects on Native American relations |
| gptkbp:historical_role |
Example of westward expansion conflicts
|
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
Located in the Southern Plains region
Illustrates U. S. government-Native American relations early example of U. S. military policy towards Native Americans |
| gptkbp:hometown |
peaceful settlement
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Battle of Washita
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| gptkbp:impact |
influenced future military engagements
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| gptkbp:intelligence |
gathered from scouts
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| gptkbp:involved_countries |
gptkb:Southern_Cheyenne
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| gptkbp:is_celebrated_in |
Memorials and historical sites
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| gptkbp:is_motivated_by |
expansionist policies
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| gptkbp:last_appearance |
divide and conquer
controversial figure Approximately 1,000 soldiers approximately 1,000 soldiers Aggressive offensive tactics military hero and villain well-equipped cavalry |
| gptkbp:leadership |
gptkb:Black_Kettle
Black Kettle and others |
| gptkbp:legacy |
Controversial military engagement
Symbol of U. S. expansionism and conflict. |
| gptkbp:location |
Washita River, Oklahoma
|
| gptkbp:military_branch |
gptkb:military_unit
gptkb:7th_Cavalry_Regiment |
| gptkbp:military_strategy |
Cavalry tactics
Asymmetrical warfare scorched earth policy detailed reconnaissance Lessons learned for future engagements |
| gptkbp:narrative_style |
Various interpretations exist
|
| gptkbp:next_event |
Further conflicts in the region
|
| gptkbp:notable_battle |
gptkb:Battle_of_the_Washita_River
boosted morale of U. S. forces |
| gptkbp:objective |
Disrupt Cheyenne winter camps
defeat Cheyenne forces |
| gptkbp:order |
Engage and destroy Cheyenne village
attack at dawn pursue and engage |
| gptkbp:outcome |
Forced relocation of Cheyenne people
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| gptkbp:population |
Estimated 600-700 individuals present
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| gptkbp:primary_source |
Survivor accounts
Custer's reports |
| gptkbp:public_perception |
Controversial figure in American history
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| gptkbp:related_event |
gptkb:Red_River_War
gptkb:Sand_Creek_Massacre |
| gptkbp:reputation |
mixed reviews
Controversial and debated |
| gptkbp:responds_to |
retreat and regroup
Defensive measures taken by tribes Retaliation by Cheyenne warriors |
| gptkbp:result |
gptkb:Union_victory
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| gptkbp:role |
gptkb:military_officer
|
| gptkbp:significance |
part of the Indian Wars
Part of the Indian Wars |
| gptkbp:squadrons |
gptkb:7th_Cavalry_Regiment
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| gptkbp:strategic_importance |
Control of the Southern Plains
subduing Native American tribes |
| gptkbp:tactics |
surprise attack
flanking maneuvers defensive positions Surprise attack |
| gptkbp:type |
skirmish
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| gptkbp:year |
1868
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