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The Hancock Expedition: Frontier Diplomacy and The Precipice of War in 1867 Plains
Manage episode 414127956 series 2457339
Embark on a journey to the year 1867, where the grasses of the Plains whispered tales of imminent turmoil. Our episode chronicles the audacious maneuvers of Major General Winfield Scott Hancock, as he brandishes the might of the military in a perilous dance with the Plains tribes. We peel back the layers of the government's attempts at peace—efforts that were doomed to fail against the tribes' pressing need for their ancestral grazing lands. The narrative escalates as we trace the footsteps of scouts, the critical intelligence they gathered, and the armed escorts who became the lifeline of wagon trains venturing into the fertile prairies of spring.
As the tension mounts, we find ourselves amidst the politically charged atmosphere of General Hancock's Indian Council Meeting. Listen closely as we recount the tales of Edward Wynkoop and "Wild Bill" Hickok, whose roles in this complex web of frontier relations were fraught with the push and pull of military strategies and diplomatic endeavors. Their stories unveil the intricate dynamics of cultural misunderstandings and political aspirations that brewed beneath the surface of this historic gathering, and the lingering effects that would shape the landscape of the American West.
Finally, we delve into the relentless pursuit led by General Custer, painting a picture of a landscape where every move and countermove edged the U.S. military and Native tribes closer to the specter of war. From the controversial burning of a Cheyenne village to Custer’s personal trials amidst these relentless chases, we leave no stone unturned. Through stirring anecdotes and strategic analyses, we offer a raw glimpse into the heart of the American frontier, a time of conflict and conquest that would forever alter the course of history. Join us as we bring to life the echoes of the past in this gripping episode.
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Chapters
1. The Hancock Expedition: Frontier Diplomacy and The Precipice of War in 1867 Plains (00:00:00)
2. Tensions Rise in Indian Territories (00:00:14)
3. General Hancock's Indian Council Meeting (00:05:19)
4. General Custer's Pursuit of Indians (00:16:06)
5. [Ad] TREASON: Claus von Stauffenberg and the Plot to kill Hitler (00:18:38)
6. (Cont.) General Custer's Pursuit of Indians (00:19:16)
7. Conflicts on Western Cattle Trail (00:28:09)
218 episodes
Manage episode 414127956 series 2457339
Embark on a journey to the year 1867, where the grasses of the Plains whispered tales of imminent turmoil. Our episode chronicles the audacious maneuvers of Major General Winfield Scott Hancock, as he brandishes the might of the military in a perilous dance with the Plains tribes. We peel back the layers of the government's attempts at peace—efforts that were doomed to fail against the tribes' pressing need for their ancestral grazing lands. The narrative escalates as we trace the footsteps of scouts, the critical intelligence they gathered, and the armed escorts who became the lifeline of wagon trains venturing into the fertile prairies of spring.
As the tension mounts, we find ourselves amidst the politically charged atmosphere of General Hancock's Indian Council Meeting. Listen closely as we recount the tales of Edward Wynkoop and "Wild Bill" Hickok, whose roles in this complex web of frontier relations were fraught with the push and pull of military strategies and diplomatic endeavors. Their stories unveil the intricate dynamics of cultural misunderstandings and political aspirations that brewed beneath the surface of this historic gathering, and the lingering effects that would shape the landscape of the American West.
Finally, we delve into the relentless pursuit led by General Custer, painting a picture of a landscape where every move and countermove edged the U.S. military and Native tribes closer to the specter of war. From the controversial burning of a Cheyenne village to Custer’s personal trials amidst these relentless chases, we leave no stone unturned. Through stirring anecdotes and strategic analyses, we offer a raw glimpse into the heart of the American frontier, a time of conflict and conquest that would forever alter the course of history. Join us as we bring to life the echoes of the past in this gripping episode.
In ten episodes, Treason tells the remarkable and true story of Claus von...
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
Return of the Great Hunters
Cattle Drives Website
Legends of Dodge City Website
Order Books
Chapters
1. The Hancock Expedition: Frontier Diplomacy and The Precipice of War in 1867 Plains (00:00:00)
2. Tensions Rise in Indian Territories (00:00:14)
3. General Hancock's Indian Council Meeting (00:05:19)
4. General Custer's Pursuit of Indians (00:16:06)
5. [Ad] TREASON: Claus von Stauffenberg and the Plot to kill Hitler (00:18:38)
6. (Cont.) General Custer's Pursuit of Indians (00:19:16)
7. Conflicts on Western Cattle Trail (00:28:09)
218 episodes
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