In November 1864, militia colonel John M. Chivington led his men on a bloody rampage through a Cheyenne camp
A. to make the region safe for a mining expedition.
B. in spite of Chief Black Kettle's peaceful intentions.
C. in retaliation for the Cheyenne attacks on settlers in Sand Hills, Colorado.
D. because the tribe had expanded beyond the agreed reservation boundaries.
Answer: B
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