St. Clair's Defeat: The Battle of the Wabash

In 1790, General Harmar led a U.S. military expedition to destroy Miami settlements, but faced ambushes by the Northwest Confederacy, resulting in significant U.S. losses. Despite claiming success, Harmar's campaign is remembered as a defeat. In response, President Washington tasked Arthur Sinclair with a new expedition, but Sinclair faced recruitment and supply challenges. Preparatory raids only united the tribes further, setting the stage for continued conflict.

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