The westward expansion of the United States had a profound impact on Native American populations. As American settlers moved further west, Native American tribes faced significant challenges and resistance efforts to protect their lands and way of life.

One notable example of Native American resistance was the Battle of Little Bighorn in 1876. The Lakota Sioux, led by Sitting Bull and Crazy Horse, mounted a fierce resistance against the encroachment of American troops. In this famous battle, also known as Custer's Last Stand, the Lakota Sioux and their allies successfully defended their territory, inflicting a major defeat on the U.S. Army.

Another example of Native American resistance was the Nez Perce War of 1877. The Nez Perce tribe, led by Chief Joseph, fought against displacement from their ancestral lands in the Pacific Northwest. Despite their valiant efforts to resist removal, the Nez Perce were eventually defeated and forcibly relocated to a reservation.

These examples of Native American resistance highlight the determination and resilience of indigenous peoples in the face of westward expansion. Despite facing overwhelming odds, many tribes fought to maintain their cultures, traditions, and land rights.