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Battle of Loon Lake


 

The Battle of Loon Lake concluded the North-West Rebellion on June 3, 1885. Led by Major Sam Steele, a force of North-West Mounted Police (styled Steele's Scouts) caught up with and dispersed a retreating band of Cree warriors.

Related Topics:
North-West Rebellion - June 3 - 1885 - Sam Steele - North-West Mounted Police - Cree

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Cree scouts made a determined stand with what was left of their ammunition, but the body of the Cree column, realizing the hopelessness of their situation, released their prisoners and fled.

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Wandering Spirit surrendered to authorities at Fort Pitt. Big Bear, chief of the Cree, eluded capture until July 2.

Related Topics:
Fort Pitt - Big Bear - July 2

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