Pottawatomie Massacre, Historic massacre in Kansas
The Pottawatomie Massacre was a controversial episode during the Bleeding Kansas era.
On the night of May 24, 1856, abolitionist John Brown and his followers killed five settlers.
The event escalated tensions leading up to the American Civil War.
Kansas is a state known for its contributions to jazz music and BBQ culinary tradition.
The massacre is significant for highlighting the volatile debate over slavery in the United States.
Location: Kansas
Part of: Bleeding Kansas
GPS coordinates: 38.43722,-95.10889
Latest update: April 4, 2025 17:47
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