jan 17, 1873 - January 17, 1873: First battle of the Stronghold
Description:
US troops had tried to advance on the stronghold. they were stopped by fog. With great positions, the Modoc attacked troops advancing for the east and west. A retreat was ordered at the end.Outcome: Indian victory. The US army had 35 killed soldiers, and 5 officers and 20 enlisted men wounded. The Modoc suffered no casualties.
Importance: it was the First battle at the Stronghold.
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Date:
jan 17, 1873
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~ 152 years ago