June 17, 1877

June 17, 1877. . On the more distant of the ridges Lieutenant Theller halted and deployed his advance guard, at the same time sending word that the Indians were in sight. I immediately formed my company 'left front into line’ at a trot, gave the order to drop carbine and draw pistol, intending to charge the Indians. I turned to my trumpeter to give the order when I found out that he had lost his trumpet... --- Capt. David Perry, U.S. Army , Unlike the trained white soldier, who is guided by the bugle call, the Indian goes into battle on his own mind’s guidance ... , In this charge against the soldiers’ right flank,waláytic, sarpsis ilppilp, and tipyahlahnah kapskaps were to start in the charge, all of the three wearing full-length red blanket coats of same make and pattern. These coats were to show their contempt, their fun-making of the soldiers, to draw their rifle shots, of which they were not afraid. , Other warriors follow after them riding singly, and many hanging on the side of their horses, shielded thus from the soldiers’ sight ... --- weyáwaci.ćkan (John Miles) , As you walk the 1.5-mile-round-trip, moderately strenuous trail you will begin to understand how the terrain played such a important role in determining the outcome of his battle. , For you safety carry plenty of water and wear a hat of protection from the summer sun. Stay on the trail and keep pets on a leash at all times. , Elevation gain: 250 feet