The Nez Perce Chief Who Refused To Surrender 40 Miles From Canada — Then Slipped Past The Army And Escaped
Five warriors, led by the man known as Wettiwetti Howlis, rode out from the western side of the valley as a peace party to meet the soldiers.
They had specific instructions from the chiefs: do not fire unless fired upon.
They carried a white flag.
The advance party of Perry’s column included regular soldiers and civilian volunteers.
When the peace party approached, one of the civilians — Arthur Chapman, the same guide who had brought Perry into the canyon — fired at the Nez Perce delegation.
The peace party scattered.
The battle began.
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