Battle of Horseshoe Bend: Quick Facts

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Also Known As	Battle of Tohopeka
Date	March 27, 1814
Location	Alabama • United States
Participants	Muscogee • United States
Context	Creek War

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Engraving of General Andrew Jackson seated in a tent, facing Creek Chief Red Eagle, who stands in traditional attire; a man stands in the background outside the tent.

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