Which massacre involved more than 200 members of the Cheyenne tribe in 1864?

• A. Wounded Knee Massacre
• B. Sand Creek Massacre
• C. Battle of Little Big Horn
• D. Indian Removal Act

Answer: (B)

The Sand Creek Massacre, which took place in 1864, is a significant and tragic event in U.S. history involving a brutal attack on the Cheyenne tribe. This incident occurred when Colorado territorial militia, believing they were in a state of conflict with the Cheyenne, attacked a peaceful encampment near Sand Creek. The Cheyenne were under the leadership of Chief Black Kettle and had been assured safety by the U.S. government. However, the militia killed over 200 members of the Cheyenne community, including many women and children.

This massacre highlighted the brutal realities of westward expansion and the violent conflicts between Native American tribes and U.S. settlers, as well as the failure of government promises to protect indigenous people. It remains a painful chapter in the history of Native American relations in the United States. The other events listed, while significant, do not pertain specifically to this tragic incident involving the Cheyenne tribe.