Red Cloud and the Bozeman Trail

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What was the significance of the Bozeman Trail to the Lakota Sioux?

It crossed through their important hunting grounds, and prospectors were trespassing on their land.

Why did Red Cloud call off negotiations with the US government?

He discovered that the government had begun building forts along the Bozeman Trail, indicating their intention to allow prospectors to travel across it without the Lakota Sioux's agreement.

What tactic did the Lakota Sioux use to lead Captain Fetterman's men into an ambush?

They sent a few men to be spotted by US soldiers, who would then lead them into an ambush.

What event led to the Lakota Sioux's decision to fight instead of negotiate?

The US government's construction of forts along the Bozeman Trail, indicating their intention to allow prospectors to travel across it without the Lakota Sioux's agreement. Signup and view all the answers

What role did Captain Fetterman have in the events along the Bozeman Trail?

He was given the job of defending a fort along the Bozeman Trail, and his men were led into a trap by the Lakota Sioux. Signup and view all the answers

How did the discovery of gold in Montana impact the relationship between the Lakota Sioux and the US government?

The discovery of gold led to conflict as prospectors began trespassing on Lakota Sioux land, leading to the US government's attempt to persuade the Lakota Sioux to allow safe passage through the Bozeman Trail. Signup and view all the answers