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Grey Beard

Case from Baldwin, FL dated Jan 01, 1875

Victim Details

Grey Beard

Male

Native American / American Indian

Baldwin

FL

1875-01-01

Grey

Beard

07/12/2026

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Grey Beard, a Southern Cheyenne medicine man and chief, met his demise on January 1, 1875, in Baldwin, Florida. His death was a direct result of the tumultuous period following the Red River War, a conflict between the United States and several Native American tribes, including the Southern Cheyenne. Grey Beard was among the Native American leaders captured and transported as prisoners of war to Fort Marion in Florida. His capture was part of a broader effort by the U.S. government to suppress N ...
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    It’s so difficult to think about the lives of those who suffered during this period, especially le... ...Read More
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    I was reading about the circumstances around Grey Beard's tragic and untimely death, and it really s... ...Read More
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