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165. A Massacre at Dawn

Jul 3, 2024
Explore the tragic Camp Grant Massacre in Arizona, highlighting indigenous violence and peace policies. Learn about the dehumanization of Apache people, the richness of Aravaipa Canyon, and tribal dynamics. Discover the planned massacre using military technology and the subsequent trial. Reflect on the violent history of the West and the challenges in historical knowledge dissemination.
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  • Camp Grant Massacre exemplifies extreme violence against Native Americans in Westward expansion.
  • Historic trial following massacre highlights biased justice system against Native Americans.

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The Attack on Aravaipa Canyon

The podcast delves into the brutal Camp Grant Massacre that took place in Arizona on April 30th, 1871. A group of vigilantes attacked the Apache encampment near Camp Grant, resulting in the deaths of around 150 Apaches, mostly women and children. The attackers employed a well-planned strategy, using firearms and clubs to carry out the violence, leaving a devastating scene of death and destruction.

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