battle of greasy grass

Native Americans Commemorate 150th Anniversary of Little Bighorn Battle

Native Americans are commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Little Bighorn, also known as the Battle of Greasy Grass, with horse rides, reenactments, and a large camp in Montana. The event celebrates the victory of allied tribes over the U.S. Army, which resulted in the death of Lt. Col. George Armstrong Custer and over 200 troops, while also reflecting on the ongoing injustices faced by Native peoples.