Halloway massacre facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Halloway Massacre |
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| Location | near Wells, Humboldt River, Nevada |
| Date | August 13, 1857 |
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Attack type
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mass murder |
| Deaths | 6 |
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Non-fatal injuries
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3 |
| Victim | American settlers |
| Perpetrators | Paiute warriors |
The Halloway Massacre was a tragic event that happened in August 1857. It took place near the Humboldt River in what is now Wells, Nevada. A small group of American settlers were traveling west when they were attacked.
The settlers were on their way to California. They were attacked by Native Americans, who were believed to be from the Paiute tribe.
What Happened at Halloway?
The Journey West
A man named Mr. Halloway was leading the small group. His group had only a few wagons. There were nine other people with him, including his family. They were traveling across the country, hoping to reach California.
Another group of wagons was following behind them. However, they were too far away to help. This meant Mr. Halloway's group was on their own when trouble started.
The Attack
The attack happened early in the morning on August 13. It was still dawn when warriors rode in quickly on horseback. They began to attack the settlers. The attack was sudden and violent.
Sadly, six people from Mr. Halloway's group lost their lives. Three other people were also hurt during the attack. This event became known as the Halloway Massacre.
