Indian Removal Era Begins 1828-1849

1840

Red Fork Massacre of Comanche Tribe (Texas)

Map showing the approximate area known as Comancheria, occupied by the various Comanche tribes prior to 1850. Image: Library of Congress
Map showing the approximate area known as Comancheria, occupied by the various Comanche tribes prior to 1850. Image: Library of Congress

Under Colonel Moore, the Texas Volunteer Rangers massacre over 140 Comanche men, women, and children in their village. Additionally, they abduct 35 young children (“List of Indian massacres”).

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