In 1886 a generation of Indian warfare came to a end with the capture of

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Amelie Norton

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24 January, 06:47

In 1886 a generation of Indian warfare came to a end with the capture of

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Patience Grimes · Answer 1

In 1886 a generation of Indian warfare came to an end with the capture of Geronimo. Geronimo was born in present-day Arizona and Mexico in 1829. The Mexicans murdered his family, for seeking revenge both American and Mexicans settlers were raided by him and his men.

He was in conflict with the federal forces for 30 years to protect his homeland.

He was first made to surrender by General George Crook.

In 1829 Geronimo and his tribesmen were moved to East-Central Arizona but he managed to escape from there and continued to raid white settlements.

He surrendered in 1886 but he escaped once again. At last, general Nelson Miles made him surrender in September 1886 and was taken to a reservation in Arizona territory.

Hence, in 1886 with his capture long drawn warfare with the federal troops came to an end with his capture. Later he became a farmer and converted to Christianity and spent the rest of his life in Oklahoma territory.