Near Kulm in Lamoure County, North Dakota — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
In Memory of the Sioux Indians
Photographed By Connor Olson, June 15, 2021
1. In Memory of the Sioux Indians Marker
who died on this battlefield
September 3-5, 1863
in defense of their
homes and hunting grounds
Erected 1942 by White Stone Hill Local Park Board.
Topics. This memorial is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Wars, US Indian.
Location. 46° 10.125′ N, 98° 51.409′ W. Marker is near Kulm, North Dakota, in Lamoure County. Memorial can be reached from 86th Street Southeast near 73rd Avenue Southeast. Located in Whitestone Hill State Historic Site. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Kulm ND 58456, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 2 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Whitestone Hill Battlefield State Historic Site (here, next to this marker); In Memory of the Soldiers (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line).
Also see . . .
1. Whitestone Hill State Historic Site. (Submitted on June 21, 2021, by Connor Olson of Kewaskum, Wisconsin.)
2. Battle of Whitestone Hill. (Submitted on June 21, 2021, by Connor Olson of Kewaskum, Wisconsin.)
Photographed By Connor Olson, June 15, 2021
2. Marker is on the right
this page online
H.A. Porter (courtesy of the State Historical Society of North Dakota), July 4, 1942
3. Whitestone Memorial to Indians unveiled, Whitestone Hill Battlefield, Dickey County, N.D.
"A monument was dedicated to the Indians who fought and died at Whitestone Hill. Among those who gathered for the event were several members of Two Bears’ family including Basil Two Bears his grandson. The dedication took place on July 4, 1942. This monument is thought to be the first monument in the United States dedicated to the honor of Indians who fought and died in a battle."
Credits. This page was last revised on June 29, 2021. It was originally submitted on June 21, 2021, by Connor Olson of Kewaskum, Wisconsin. This page has been viewed 90 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 21, 2021, by Connor Olson of Kewaskum, Wisconsin. 3. submitted on June 29, 2021. • Mark Hilton was the editor who published this page.
