Crow Treaty of 1868

The Crow Treaty of 1868 was an agreement between the United States and the Crow Nation, securing rights for the Crow people to their traditional lands in Montana. In exchange for a reservation, the Crow agreed to move to a specific area and give up claims to other lands. The treaty aimed to establish peace, define boundaries, and enable settlement and development. While intended to protect Crow territory, over time parts of their land were taken or opened for settlement, leading to ongoing disputes over land rights and sovereignty.