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Native Americans commemorate victory at Little Bighorn with horse races, dance and song
By Matthew Brown And Jack Dura, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 25, 2026
· 6 min read
The quiet, wind-swept hills of the Battle of Greasy Grass, known to many as the Battle of Little Bighorn, are the setting for Native Americans commemorating the battle's 150th anniversary with horse rides, battle reenactments and a camp of hundreds of people this week.The battle, one of the most ...
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Why this matters in The Piney Point
For residents of Piney Point Village , the commemoration of the Battle of Little Bighorn's 150th anniversary in Montana may seem distant, but it holds significance in the broader context of Texas history. The westward expansion that led to the battle was also a driving force behind the development of Texas, with many Native American tribes forcibly removed from their lands to make way for settlers. The legacy of this expansion can still be seen in the diverse cultural heritage of the Houston area, where Piney Point Village is located. As the city continues to grow and evolve, it is essential for residents to acknowledge and respect the complex history of the region, including the experiences of Native American communities who were impacted by the same forces that led to the Battle of Little Bighorn. By recognizing this shared history, residents of Piney Point Village can work towards a more inclusive and nuanced understanding of their community's place within the larger narrative of American history.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 6 min
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