Red Cloud

Oglala chief and war leader

Red Cloud - Leaders & Politicians born 1822
Born

1822
204 years ago

Died
Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the chief of the Oglala Lakota Sioux and was a prominent leader during the Indian Wars. Red Cloud participated in various conflicts against the United States, most notably the Red Cloud's War (1866-1868). The war culminated in the Treaty of Fort Laramie, which recognized Lakota ownership of the Black Hills. Red Cloud became the only Native American to defeat the U.S. Army in a war and secure a major treaty. Later in life, he engaged in efforts for peace and the preservation of his people's culture.

Led the Oglala Lakota during Red Cloud's War

Signed the Treaty of Fort Laramie

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