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The Creek War (1813-1814), also known as the Red Stick War and the Creek Civil War, began as a civil war within the Creek (Muscogee) nation. It is sometimes considered to be part of War of 1812.
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Creek War | |||||||
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Depiction of William Weatherford surrendering to Andrew Jackson after the Battle of Horseshoe Bend. Jackson was so impressed with Weatherford's boldness that he let him go. | |||||||
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Belligerents | |||||||
United States Lower Creeks Cherokees | "Red Sticks" | ||||||
Commanders and leaders | |||||||
Andrew Jackson John Coffee William McIntosh |
William Weatherford Menawa Peter McQueen | ||||||
Strength | |||||||
7,000 | 4,000 |
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