Arizona is now governed by Mexico. At end of Mexican War most of Arizona becomes part of United States. By Gadsden Purchase, rest of Arizona becomes part of United States. 1854 Copper is discovered in Arizona. 1857 First stagecoach in Arizona.
Gold is discovered on Gila River.
1862 Chief Cochise and Apaches attack soldiers at Apache Pass, beginning a ten year war with settlers. Territory of Arizona is created by Congress, with Prescott as capital. 1864 Kit Carson captures approximately 7,000 Navajo indians in Canyon de Chelly, forcing them to leave Arizona. 1869 John Wesley Powell explores the Grand Canyon by boat. The great Apache Chief Geronimo surrenders to soldiers on September 4.