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sep 29, 1879 - September 29, 1879: Meeker Massacre

Description:

Ute Indians attacked an Indian Agency. They killed the agent, Nathan Meeker and his 10 male employees.
Outcome: Indian victory
importance: led to the Ute Removal Act. The act declined the 12 million acres of land that was guaranteed to the Ute Indians.

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Date:

sep 29, 1879
Now
~ 146 years ago