Oglala Sioux
Photographed by David F. Barry
Copyright: 1898
“Wasechum Tashunka", Oglala Sioux Chief (1840-1908) Great warrior, orator and diplomat, American Horse represented his people in numerous negotiations with the Federal Government.
Following the tragedy of Wounded Knee, he became the leader of a unified Sioux delegation to Washington D.C. seeking equitable treatment for the Sioux. In his later years, he toured with Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show.
Oglala Sioux
Photographed by David F. Barry
Copyright: 1898
“Wasechum Tashunka", Oglala Sioux Chief (1840-1908) Great warrior, orator and diplomat, American Horse represented his people in numerous negotiations with the Federal Government.
Following the tragedy of Wounded Knee, he became the leader of a unified Sioux delegation to Washington D.C. seeking equitable treatment for the Sioux. In his later years, he toured with Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show.