The Battle at Big Horn or Greasy Grass marked a triumph for the Lakota tribe and its supporters by dealing a severe setback to American plans to capitalize on the areas riches and materials. This win not just halted expansion endeavors. Also prompted a reassessment of approaches towards the Great Plains tribes and indigenous peoples, throughout the land. The conflict bears similarities, to the Wabash River Battle in which the US Army faced a loss, against Native groups. Both instances underscore the overarching theme of resilience in the face of intrusion showcasing how Native tribes came together to effectively resist imperialist advances. The Battle of Greasy Grass represented a turning point in the Indigenous resistance, in the regions that unsettled white settlers and struck fear into their communities hearts. It stood in contrast to events like the Red River War of 1874 when Comanche and Kiowa fighters attacked settler strongholds and forced over 5 000 individuals, off their lands. Despite the US Army regaining control in that conflict their sense of superiority was shattered during the Battle of Greasy Grass. The triumph of the people, in that battle showed that the US military was not unbeatable and made the settlers question their safety which led to military involvement, in the region. The victory went beyond a conquest. It represented the Native peoples fight against colonization and their unwavering dedication to protecting their territories and cultural heritage. In a context it highlighted the fortitude and perseverance of communities throughout the continent who stood up against oppression in various ways, like in the case of the Modocs during the Modoc War where they resisted relocation back to their reservation and instead sought to return to their ancestral lands, near the Lost River. The conflict began when the US government violated the Treaty of Council Grove (1864) by not honoring the relocation of the Modoc tribe to a reservation, in Oregon leading to defiance from American tribes due to continuous encroachment on their lands and disrespect, for treaties. The acts of resistance often stemmed from the US governments disregard, for honoring its agreements in the past with tribes on reservations lands where settlers trespassed regularly for resource extraction activities like gold mining. A clear violation of their promises to the Native communities. The lack of trustworthiness is further evident, in how US forcers portrayed in paintings depicting General Custer and his troops as heroes standing triumphant over defeated Native warriors. The creative distortions, in art showcase the storyline of how the United States justified its colonization endeavors while undermining the autonomy and strength of communities. In addition, to that point American soldiers often underestimated the abilities and determination of fighters. This misjudgment became apparent during the Battle of Greasy Grass when Native warriors displayed skills, as well as in the NeZ Perce War, where the Nez Perce consistently outwitted the American Army. Ultimately the concept of resistance covers a range of conflicts and challenges each showcasing the lasting resilience of Indigenous communities as they resisted to protect their independence traditions and territories, against ongoing colonization.