Second Battle of Pyramid Lake
The Second Battle of Pyramid Lake (also known as the Battle of Truckee River) took place in response to the U.S. defeat at the First Battle of Pyramid Lake. A well-organized force of militia and regulars, under the capable leadership of famed Texas Ranger Col. John C. "Jack" Hays, defeated the Paiute warriors under Chief Numaga. This was the final engagement of the Pyramid Lake War of 1860.
| Second Battle of Pyramid Lake | |||||||
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| Part of Pyramid Lake War | |||||||
Truckee River Gorge, site of the battle | |||||||
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| Belligerents | |||||||
| United States | Paiute | ||||||
| Commanders and leaders | |||||||
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John C. Hays Joseph Stewart | Numaga | ||||||
| Strength | |||||||
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544 volunteers "Washoe Regiment" 207 Regulars 6th U.S. Infantry 3rd U.S. Artillery | 300 Paiute warriors | ||||||
| Casualties and losses | |||||||
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3 killed 5 wounded |
25 killed about 20 wounded | ||||||
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