Videos tagged with Sitting Bull

This video provides a historical overview of the Wounded Knee Massacre, detailing the events leading up to it, including the Ghost Dance movement and government misinterpretations. It describes the disarmament and subsequent indiscriminate firing by the US Army's Seventh Cavalry, utilizing Springfield Trapdoor rifles and Hotchkiss cannons, resulting in a significant loss of Lakota lives. The narrative emphasizes the tragic consequences of government actions and the historical context of Native American rights.

This entry details the archaeological approach to understanding the Battle of the Little Bighorn, as presented by expert Douglas Scott. It covers the systematic recovery and analysis of artifacts, including firearms and ammunition, and the examination of skeletal remains to reconstruct the events. The methodology highlights the use of advanced mapping and forensic techniques to provide a tangible link to historical conflicts.