Rush Springs in Grady County, Oklahoma — The American South (West South Central)
Battle of the Wichita Village
4.6 mi. S.E.
Photographed By James Hulse, September 8, 2021
1. Battle of the Wichita Village Marker
A Comanche band near the village was attacked by Capt. Earl Van Dorn, with 4 companies of 2nd Cavalry, Oct. 1, 1858. Unknown to him, the Indians were on way from friendly council with officers at Ft. Arbuckle. In the furious fight, 70 Indians were killed. Among U.S. dead was Lt. Cornelius Van Camp (West Point-1855).Erected 1949 by Oklahoma Historical Society and State Highway Commission.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Native Americans • Wars, US Indian. In addition, it is included in the Oklahoma Historical Society series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1858.
Location. 34° 47.242′ N, 97° 57.382′ W. Marker is in Rush Springs, Oklahoma, in Grady County. Marker is on North Rush Avenue (Business U.S. 81) 0.1 miles north of Arapahoe Avenue, on the right when traveling north. The marker is located on the outskirts of town along the highway. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 515 North Rush Ave, Rush Springs OK 73082, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 5 other markers are within 15 miles of this marker, measured as the crow
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Photographed By James Hulse, September 8, 2021
2. The Battle of the Wichita Village Marker along the road
Photographed By James Hulse, September 8, 2021
3. The view of the Battle of the Wichita Village Marker from the street
Credits. This page was last revised on September 11, 2021. It was originally submitted on September 11, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 444 times since then and 183 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on September 11, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
