As a result of this incident in November 1864, U.S. troops massacred over 100 Cheyenne men, women, and children.

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The incident described in the question is known as the Sand Creek Massacre, which occurred in November 1864. U.S. troops under the command of Colonel John Chivington attacked a village of peaceful Cheyenne and Arapaho Indians, who had been promised protection by the U.S. Army. Over 100 men, women, and children were killed in the attack, sparking outrage and condemnation across the country.

As a Result of This Incident in November 1864, U