The Sand Creek Massacre

What was the Sand Creek Massacre?

The Sand Creek Massacre was the killing of over 150 Cheyenne and Arapaho by the US Army.

Who was leader of the Cheyenne at the Sand Creek Massacre?

Black Kettle was one of the most important of the Cheyenne leaders. After the Cheyenne Rising he agreed to move his band onto a smaller reservation. They were camped at Sand Creek.

When was the Sand Creek Massacre?

The Sand Creek Massacre took place on 29th November 1864.

Where was the Sand Creek Massacre?

Sand Creek is in Colorado.

What caused the Sand Creek Massacre?

Black Kettle and his band of Cheyenne had moved to Sand Creek under instructions from the US authorities. Black Kettle was flying the white flag of truce on his tipi. Colonel Chivington and his 700-strong cavalry launched an unprovoked attack on the settlement.

What were the consequences of the Sand Creek Massacre?

There were 4 important consequences to the Sand Creek Massacre.

• ❖ 150 Cheyenne men, women and children were killed by the soldiers.
• ❖ Although he was initially praised, Colonel Chivington was later forced to resign his post once the facts were known.
• ❖ A new treaty was made and the tribes were moved to a larger reservation by the Arkansas River.
• ❖ Payments were promised to survivors of the massacre.