Loon Lake skirmish ends the North-West Rebellion
- When
- 1885
- Where
- Loon Lake
- Episodes
- 1
The Battle of Loon Lake, also known as the Battle of Steele Narrows, occurred on June 3, 1885, concluding the North-West Rebellion. This engagement involved scouts and Big Bear's band, marking the last armed conflict of the 1885 rebellion. The event resulted in the surrender of the Plains Cree party, ending hostilities in the region.
Episodes
Background and detail
The Engagement. On June 3, 1885, scouts and Big Bear's band fought at Loon Lake, located about 60 km northeast of Frenchman's Butte. This skirmish is identified as the last armed engagement of the 1885 rebellion. The battle is also known as the Battle of Steele Narrows, reflecting the specific location and nature of the confrontation.
Sources
- Battle of Loon Lake Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-21
- North-West Rebellion Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-30
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