American Indian History
Information and Facts
Indian Wars Of The Old West:
Arizona, Part 1
Encounters between the United States Army and American Indians occurred in many places throughout the nineteenth century. Sometimes the encounters were peaceful, but other times the two diverse cultures clashed.
Canyon de Chelly, Arizona
This Navajo citadel was the scene of climatic events in the conquest of the Navajo Indians by the U.S. Army. Col. Christopher C. "Kit" Carson’s invasion of this bastion of Navajo defenses in the winter of 1863 - 1864 was a final blow that convinced most of the tribe to surrender.
Some 8,000 Navajos, three-fourths of the tribe, participated in the tragic "Long Walk" across New Mexico to Bosque Rendondo.
In 1868, after four years of exile, they were allowed to return to their homeland. The site is operated by the National Park Service.
Turret Peak, Arizona
General George Crook
The Battle of Turret Peak in south central Arizona was one of the pivotal fights that broke the backs of the Apaches and Yavapais in their efforts to resist white encroachment into their lands.
Fought on March 27, 1873, the battle of Turret Peak formed part of Gen. George Crook’s Tonto Basin campaign to force the Apaches and Yavapais to submit to reservations.
Capt. George Randall, leading a small force including Apache scouts, surprised a rancheria ensconced near the crest of Turret Peak. The battle at Turret Peak proved to the Indians that there was no sanctuary from the soldiers.
Two weeks later, most of the Apaches and Yavapais surrendered to Crook at Camp Verde, Arizona. The site is within the jurisdiction of the National Forest Service.
Native American Event Calendar from nativegatherings.com:
February 11th, 2010 - Level 1 Native American Flute Class
Find the music and the joy within yourself through the Native American flute. Go from the basics to creating your own music in this 4-session interactive class instructed by performer, recording artist, and teacher, Cornell Kinderknecht. Previous musical experience is optional.more »
February 12th, 2010 - Lincoln's Birthday Powwow
Grand Entry-(Friday-7:30pm, Saturday-1:30pm, Sunday-7:30pm)
Specials-Round Bustle/Chicken Dance; War Bonet; Teen Girls Traditional; High Step/Short Fringe;Drum Contest; One-Man Hand Drum
Kahneeta Resort 1-800-4SUN
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February 13th, 2010 - 9th Annual Stockton Community Benefit Powwow
This is an Alcohol and Drug Free Celebration
All Drums & Dancers Welcome
50/50 * Raffles * Prizes
Free to the Public
Authentic Native American Foods & Craft
Proceeds Benefit SUSD 2010 Native American Scholarships
Directions to Edison High School: I-5 to Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd exit, east on Dr MLK Jr Blvd to Center St, right on Center St, parking lot/entrance is on your left hand side.
Questions please call:
Dale Flemings: (209)933-7425 ext 8069
Brenda Guzman: (209)373-3655
February 13th, 2010 - Native American Flute Class
Native American Flute Workshop - Spring (Houston), Texas. Sponsored by the Spring Cypress / Greater Houston Flute Circle. Cornell Kinderknecht will present a workshop for Native American flute players. Sessions on technique, breath, improvisation and a masterclass. Includes a concert by Cornell.
11:00am - 6pm. Fee: $30 (includes concert) Advance registration encouraged. Tickets for concert only (4pm): $10.
Private lessons may be arranged for Friday afternoon/evening or Saturday morning. Contact Cornell directly to schedule lessons.
February 16th, 2010 - Training: Family Traditions Coaches
Presented by Wellbriety Institute in Colorado springs, Colorado. Facilitator: Jacob Flores Registration includes all materials $450.more »