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{{cite book}}: ISBN / Date incompatibility (help)As he had done during the U.S.-Mexican War, Carson's role revolved around attacks against Native Americans. He served under Major General James Henry Carleton in his campaign to subdue the Mescalero Apache. Carson became known for his willingness to deploy 'scorched-earth' tactics. In 1863, Carson helped lead a campaign against the Navajo. Carson burned homes, destroyed fields, and garnered a reputation for his ruthless approach to 'Indian fighting.' Carson continued his campaigns against Native Americans until 1867, when he retired. He died a year later, in 1868 and was buried in Taos, New Mexico.