Native American History Lecture Notes

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to Native American history, focusing on treaties, battles, and influential leaders.

Treaty of Fort Laramie

An agreement that aimed to create peace between U.S. and native tribes, defining their lands. This was later broken by the US.

Reservation (Sioux Indians)

Land set aside for Native American tribes, restricting their freedom and traditional way of life. Land where the US forced the Sioux Indians to live.

Battle of Little Bighorn

A significant battle in 1876 where Sioux and Cheyenne warriors defeated U.S. troops led by General Custer.

Sitting Bull

Sioux leader who helped defeat Custer and resisted U.S. control until his death.

Chief Joseph

Leader of the Nez Perce who led his people in retreat to avoid being forced onto a reservation.

Geronimo

Apache leader who resisted U.S. and Mexican forces for years before surrendering.

Genocide

The intentional killing of a large group of people, especially by race or ethnicity.

Black Hills

Sacred land to the Sioux; was taken by the US after gold was discovered there

General Custer

The US army officer who was defeated and killed at the battle of Little Big Horn

Sand Creek Massacre

attack where US soldiers killed over 150 peaceful Native Americans, mostly women and children in 1864