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The U.S. Treaty with the Sioux (1868)

The 1868 U.S. Treaty with the Sioux, known as the Treaty of Fort Laramie, established a designated reservation for the Sioux in present-day South Dakota. In exchange, the Sioux agreed to cease attacking settlers and participating in conflicts. The treaty recognized Sioux sovereignty over their lands and promised them protection and resources. However, tensions arose when gold was discovered on the reservation, leading to conflicts and the eventual violation of the treaty by the U.S., eroding Sioux land rights and sovereignty. The treaty was a significant attempt to peacefully manage relations but was often undermined by subsequent U.S. actions.