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Sand Creek Massacre

Sand Creek Massacre

On November 29, 1864, Colonel John Chivington led an unprovoked attack that resulted in the deaths of more than 150 women, children and the elderly. SAND CREEK MASSACRE revisits the horrific acts of that day and uncovers the history 150 years later. Gain insight into the history, the actions and the events that led to this infamous massacre.

Sand Creek Massacre is presented by your local public television station.

Sand Creek Massacre

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Special | 56m 46s | What led soldiers to attack a peaceful settlement of Cheyenne and Arapaho Indians? (56m 46s)

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