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.

What was the primary objective of General Harmar's military operation in 1790?

• To negotiate peace with the Miami tribe

• To capture British forts

• To establish a new settlement

• To destroy the Miami settlement

Who were the leaders of the Native American warriors resisting Harmar's forces?

• Little Turtle and Blue Jacket

• Sitting Bull and Crazy Horse

• Geronimo and Cochise

• Tecumseh and Pontiac

What was the outcome of Harmar's campaign according to historical records?

• A decisive US victory

• Harmar's defeat

• A stalemate

• A peace treaty

Who was appointed by President Washington to lead a new expedition against the Northwestern Confederacy?

• Charles Scott

• Arthur Sinclair

• General Harmar

• Lieutenant Wilkinson

What was a significant challenge faced by Sinclair in assembling his force?

• Lack of experienced officers

• Shortage of recruits and supplies

• Hostile weather conditions

• Interference from British forces

What was the effect of the preparatory raids led by Scott and Wilkinson?

• They united the tribes against the US

• They weakened the Native American resistance

• They captured key tribal leaders

• They secured peace with the tribes

What was the strategic importance of Sinclair's expedition?

• To negotiate with the tribes

• To counter British influence

• To establish trade routes

• To explore new territories

What role did the British play in the Native American resistance?

• They sought peace negotiations

• They discouraged resistance

• They provided military support

• They remained neutral

What was a major logistical issue faced by Sinclair's forces?

• Inadequate training

• Corruption among contractors

• Lack of communication

• Poor leadership

What was the intended outcome of Sinclair's expedition?

• To negotiate a treaty

• To establish a permanent US presence

• To retreat to Fort Washington

• To capture British forts