The morning was still and bitter cold when cultures clashed. . . .
The site protects and interprets the setting along the Washita River where Lt. Col. George A. Custer led the 7th U.S. Cavalry on a surprise dawn attack against the Southern Cheyenne village of Peace Chief Black Kettle on November 27, 1868. The attack was an important event in the tragic clash of cultures of the Indian Wars era.
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Washita Star Party: Starry, Starry Night
On Saturday, September 12, at 8:00 p.m. park rangers will be on hand to take you on a laser guided tour through our skies.
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Join the Conversations on Social Media!
Washita Battlefield is now on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Come join the conversation!
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Find Your Park Lecture Series
Select Sundays, join us at 2:00 p.m. to listen to our new 'Find Your Park' Lecture Series. See you soon!
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