Born of Oglala-Lakota Indian and French decent, Baptiste "Little Bat" Garnier is a Notable burial at https://www.cem.va.gov/cems/nchp/ftmcpherson.asp.  He was a scout for the U.S. Cavalry during the Indian Wars. His reputation grew as he tracked in what many believed to be impossible conditions. His skill earned him the nickname "Chief of Fort Robinson Scouts." Garnier was shot and killed by a saloon keeper on December 16, 1900. In 1947, Garnier's remains were disinterred from Fort Robinson, Nebraska, and buried in Fort McPherson National Cemetery.  https://mynehistory.com/items/show/122.
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Front L-R: Red Cloud, Little Bat Garnier. Rear L-R: Knife, Jack Red Cloud.

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