There used to once be a cahce here but within the past year it must have been archived due to the numerous cachers that could not find the original geocache. Because of the historical improtance of this locaiton, I decided to put another one here. At the location is a headstone monument about the Battle of Red Buttes.
Based upon an internet search, the Battle of the Red Buttes took place on July 26, 1865. There were three supply wagons traveling from near Independence Rock to the Platte Bridge Station, which later became Fort Caspar. Near Red Buttes, the troops were attacked by a large group of Indians. There was a four hour battle and 22 men were killed. Three men escaped and made it to the station with their story.
Informaiton courtsey of http://trib.com/news/local/red-buttes-memorial-recalls-battle/article_bad087fa-4b6b-5106-bf65-791ae8c9c7c0.html.