Battle of Stillman's Run LIVE

In the inaugural episode of the Live Historical Blunders Podcast, hosts embark on an exploration of the historical events surrounding the Battle of Stillman's Run, part of the Black Hawk War. Reflecting on their hometown, Stillman Valley, they delve into the Treaty of St. Louis and its impacts on Native American tribes, particularly the Sauk tribe led by Blackhawk. The episode uncovers the nuances of negotiations, conflicts, and the tragic outcomes for Native Americans during this period, while also highlighting other historical events of the early 1830s, including Abraham Lincoln's role and the larger Black Hawk War. Join us as we navigate through this complex chapter of history and reveal the lasting legacies it left behind. 00:00 Introduction to the Live Historical Blunders Podcast 00:19 The Battle of Stillman's Run: An Overview 01:07 The Treaty of St. Louis and Its Consequences 05:13 The Role of Blackhawk and the Sauk Tribe 10:16 General Atkinson and the American Response 14:33 Global Context: Events of the Early 1830s 16:44 The Great Fires and Urban Development 18:08 The Blackhawk Wars Begin 18:39 The Battle of Stillman's Run 22:49 The Turning Point in the Blackhawk War 24:01 Trivia Time! 25:51 The Aftermath of Stillman's Run 30:15 The Battle of Bad Axe and Blackhawk's Surrender 31:28 Blackhawk's Surprising Fate 32:24 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts