The Dade Massacre on December 28, 1835, initiated the Second Seminole War, showcasing the conflict between Euro-American forces and a coalition of Seminole, Black Seminole, and runaway slaves. Ordered by General Clinch to march to Fort King, Major Dade was guided by Louis Pacheco, who informed Seminoles of their route, orchestrating a deadly ambush. This event highlighted the consequences of the Indian Removal Act and the actions of slave hunters. Despite the massacre, no formal victory or treaties ended the war, with many surviving tribes negotiating their outcomes, while others resisted removal from Florida.
The Dade Massacre marked the start of the Second Seminole War, emphasizing the impact of the Indian Removal Act and the plight of runaway slaves.
Major Dade's march ended tragically with 108 soldiers killed, revealing the strategic alliances formed between Native Americans and runaway slaves in resistance.
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