Private George Beals, Company E, 31st Infantry, killed by Indians. From the official records of Fort Buford: "...a war party of about seventy Indians attacked the cattle herd (numbering 250 head) below the fort, killing three herders, all soldiers. The military from the fort under Lieutenant Cusick gave chase, capturing one Indian and killing one, and the Lieutenant himself was severely wounded. The fighting lasted until 6 pm. Losses on our side: 3 privates killed and three wounded. A number of the Indians were killed or wounded, but they were carried off by the other Indians. (signed) C.J. Dickey, Captain, Company B, 31st Infantry, Post Commander."
Private George Beals, Company E, 31st Infantry, killed by Indians. From the official records of Fort Buford: "...a war party of about seventy Indians attacked the cattle herd (numbering 250 head) below the fort, killing three herders, all soldiers. The military from the fort under Lieutenant Cusick gave chase, capturing one Indian and killing one, and the Lieutenant himself was severely wounded. The fighting lasted until 6 pm. Losses on our side: 3 privates killed and three wounded. A number of the Indians were killed or wounded, but they were carried off by the other Indians. (signed) C.J. Dickey, Captain, Company B, 31st Infantry, Post Commander."
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