On June 25, 1876 this leader & his 650 men expected to find a few Indian warriors; surprise!  There were over 2,000
[DOC] [TLE] History: Colorado Territory Civil War Volunteers [PAR] Lincoln wanted a pro-Union governor for Colorado Territory and slightly over two 
... Gilpin had, as part of his duties, the position of Superintendent of Indian Affairs 
... where about 600 men had gathered under the leadership of Colonel John 
Heffiner.