Battle of Walla Walla

The Battle of Walla Walla was the longest battle fought during the Yakima War. The battle began on December 7, 1855, and ended on December 11, 1855. The battle was fought between six companies of the Oregon Mounted Volunteers and the Walla Walla. Fighting alongside the Walla Walla were members of several different tribes, such as the Cayuse, Palouse and Yakama.

Battle of Walla Walla
Part of Yakima War

Depiction "First Charge at the Battle of Walla Walla 1855"
DateDecember 7–11, 1855
Location
Walla Walla Valley, Washington
Result United States Victory
Belligerents
 United States Walla Walla
Commanders and leaders
James K. Kelly
Lt. J.M. Burrows		 Peo-Peo-Mox-Mox †
Units involved

Oregon Mounted Volunteers

  • Company A
  • Company B
  • Company F
  • Company H
  • Company I
  • Company K
Strength
476 Volunteers 600-800 fighters
Casualties and losses
6 killed
17 wounded		 75-100 killed (est.)
Unknown wounded
4 hostages killed
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