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Battle of Palo Duro Canyon

Category Wars & Military Conflicts
Date September 28, 1874
Country United States

U.S. cavalry under Colonel Ranald Mackenzie attacked encampments of Comanche, Kiowa, and Cheyenne families in Palo Duro Canyon and destroyed critical horses and supplies. The attack was a major turning point in the Red River War.

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