Historian's Account of the Wounded Knee Massacre
On Nov. 13, 1990, SD historian and author Rex Allen Smith visited the Wounded Knee site and recorded an interesting audio account of the events from 1890.
Educational Resources - A Dark Day: The Wounded Knee Massacre
Episode Guide
Things To Do
1. Watch A Dark Day: The Wounded Knee Massacre.
2. Complete Episode Quiz individually or as a group. (Note: The quiz has additional information and related video.)
3. Student Glossary (PDF)
- Print Crossword Puzzle, (answers), and distribute to class.
4. Discussion Cards (PDF)
5. Class Activity - Reality Check (PDF)
Episode 20 Script
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