Empire 165. A Massacre at Dawn
Jul 3, 2024
Join Karl Jacoby, author of 'Shadows at Dawn', as he delves into the Camp Grant Massacre that tragically occurred in 1871. Discover how nearly 500 Apache individuals sought refuge at Camp Grant, only to face violence driven by settlers' fears. Jacoby unpacks the disturbing historical context, societal influences, and narratives of protection versus violence. He also highlights how these events shaped contemporary Native American relations and the ongoing socio-economic challenges faced by indigenous communities.
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Camp Grant Massacre
- In Aravaipa Canyon, a massacre unfolds as intruders attack a sleeping Apache settlement.
- Women and children are clubbed and shot, resulting in approximately 144 deaths and 29 captives.
Destruction of Native American Life
- The Camp Grant Massacre epitomizes the destruction of Native American life.
- Driven by settlers' desire for land and assimilation, it led to brutal violence against indigenous people.
Camp Grant's Strategic Location
- Camp Grant, named after President Grant, was strategically placed at the intersection of vital waterways in Arizona.
- It aimed to control resources essential to Native American life and enforce the so-called 'peace policy'.
