Red River War of 1874-1875
Most people today have never heard of the Red River War, even though this conflict changed the Southern Plains, and the United States, forever. It very well may be one of America’s most significant, and most forgotten, wars.
Experience History in Person
The Texas Historical Commission conducted archeological fieldwork from 1998 to 2003 to locate and unearth battlefield artifacts at six battleground sites, shedding new light on what really happened during 10 tense months on the high Panhandle Plains.
Listen to the stories of the struggle and those involved, and plan a visit to the sites, museums, and state parks we've mapped to help you discover the legacy of the Red River War.
Battles of the Red River War
October 10, 1871:
Blanco Canyon
June 27, 1874:
Second Battle of Adobe Walls
August 30, 1874:
Red River
September 9-12, 1874:
Lyman’s Wagon Train
September 12, 1874:
Buffalo Wallow
September 12, 1874:
Sweetwater Creek
September 28, 1874:
Palo Duro Canyon
October 9, 1874:
Salt Fork of Red River
November 6, 1874:
Round Timber Creek
November 8, 1874:
McClellan Creek
April 23, 1875:
Sappa Creek (KANSAS)