The Arapaho are a North American Native nation originally from the Red River Valley in modern-day Manitoba, Canada, and Minnesota, USA. They migrated south in the early 18th century and established themselves in modern-day Colorado, Montana, Nebraska, Wyoming, and points south. They are associated with the Plains Indians culture and have long been allies of the Cheyenne.
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c. 1700The Arapaho live in the region of modern-day Manitoba, Canada, and Minnesota, USA, before migrating the Great Plains.
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c. 1700 - c. 1750The Arapaho have mastered the horse and use of firearms through interaction with French traders.
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1823 - 1868Arapaho conflict with White settlers and the US government as their lands are taken.
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Nov 1864Arapaho are slaughtered along with Cheyenne at the Sand Creek Massacre.
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1867 - 1868Northern Arapaho and Southern Arapaho both agree to live on reservations to prevent further conflict.
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Jun 1876Some Arapaho warriors join the Sioux and Cheyenne at the Battle of the Little Bighorn.
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1890The Arapaho observe the Ghost Dance which helps preserve their language and culture.
