They Even Fear His Horses

American tribal chief

They Even Fear His Horses - American tribal chief
Born

1836
189 years ago

Died

July 13th, 1893
131 years ago — 57 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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A prominent tribal chief, played a crucial role in leadership during a period of significant change for Native Americans. Led efforts to maintain tribal sovereignty and rights against encroachment on ancestral lands. Engaged in negotiations and resistance against government policies that threatened the tribe's way of life. Worked to harness traditional cultural practices while adapting to new circumstances faced by the tribe.

Led negotiations with U.S. government

Defended tribal sovereignty and culture

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