The First Battle of the Black Hawk Indian War
N 42° 06.408 W 089° 10.569
16T E 320073 N 4663925
This monument was ercted at the sight of the graves of the fallen soldier at the first battle site of the Blackhawk Indian war
Waymark Code: WM9DZM
Location: Illinois, United States
Date Posted: 08/08/2010
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On May 14, 1832 Three Sauk Messengers carrying a white flag were shot by Illinois militia men. Black Hawks warriors retaliated and although outnumberd 12 to 1. won the battle known as Stillmans run. this marked the beginning of the Black Hawk war.
Name of Battle:
The Battle of Stillmans Run
Name of War: Black Hawk War
Entrance Fee: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Date(s) of Battle (Beginning): 05/14/1832
Parking: Not Listed
Date of Battle (End): Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
Post a photo of you in front of a sign or marker posted at the site of the battle (or some other way to indicate you have personally visited the site.
In addition it is encouraged to take a few photos of the surrounding area and interesting features at the site.
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