Sarah was captured by Cheyenne Indians on Aug 13 1868 and held captive for about 7 Months. Her father was killed a group of Cheyennes about the same time she was taken.
Col Custer saved her along with the 7th Cavalry and 19th Kansas Calvery.
Sarah was captured by Cheyenne Indians on Aug 13 1868 and held captive for about 7 Months. Her father was killed a group of Cheyennes about the same time she was taken.
Col Custer saved her along with the 7th Cavalry and 19th Kansas Calvery.
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BROOKS || ERASTUS O. BROOKS | JUNE 26, 1843 | MAR. 11, 1918 || SARAH C. | DEC. 10, 1850 | MAY 11, 1939
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