The Winnebago War was a conflict that took place in 1827 between the United States government and the Winnebago tribe in present-day Wisconsin. The war was sparked by tensions over land disputes and the treatment of Native Americans. The U.S. government aimed to assert control over the region, leading to a series of skirmishes. The conflict began when the Winnebago attacked a group of settlers, prompting a military response. U.S. forces, including local militia, were sent to quell the uprising. The war ended with the defeat of the Winnebago, resulting in further loss of their land and increased U.S. dominance in the area.