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What war was Osceola leading?
In 1836, Osceola led a small group of warriors in the Seminole resistance during the Second Seminole War.
What attacks caused the Second Seminole War?
The Dade massacre was an 1835 defeat for the United States Army that greatly escalated the Second Seminole War, which lasted until 1842.
Why did the Seminoles kill Wiley Thompson?
After his humiliating imprisonment at Fort King, Osceola secretly prepared vengeance against Thompson.
Did Osceola kill Wiley Thompson?
The Seminoles were waiting for Osceola to join them on the attack at Fort King. However, at the time Osceola was busy killing Wiley Thompson.
Was Osceola arrested for fighting with Wiley Thompson?
On one occasion Osceola quarreled with Wiley Thompson, who had the warrior locked up at Fort King for two nights until he agreed to be more respectful.
Are there any other interesting aspects about this article on Osceola?
Numerous landmarks, including Osceola counties in Florida, Iowa, and Michigan, were named after Osceola.
Was Wiley Thompson killed when shot by Osceola's Seminoles?
On December 28, 1835, Osceola, with the same rifle Thompson gave him, killed the Indian agent.

Question: Why were they are the fort?
Self-contained rewrite: Why were Osceola's Seminoles at Fort King?