Indian Removal Era Begins 1828-1849

1847

Taos Pueblo uprising and subsequent massacre (New Mexico)

Taos Pueblo. Image: Luca Galuzzi
Taos Pueblo. Image: Luca Galuzzi

Taos Pueblo revolt and defeat U.S. rule in their territory, present-day northern New Mexico. In retaliation for the Taos Pueblo uprising, American troops attack, killing 150 and executing 50 prisoners via firing squads (“List of Indian massacres”).

Traumatic Event

Native Resistance