This is a list of Native American leaders who participated in the American Indian Wars, which occurred throughout the early 17th century until the early 20th century. This list includes both chiefs and others.

2023年3月12日 · Native American leaders were instrumental in negotiating treaties, protecting their territories against European settlers, and preserving their cultures and traditions. Numerous notable Native American chiefs, including Sitting Bull, Geronimo, and Crazy Horse, were known for their opposition to European colonization.

2017年10月16日 · One of many overlooked aspects of Native American history is the long list of exceptional men who led various tribes as chiefs or war leaders. Just as noble and brave as anyone on the Mexican, British, or American sides, many of them have been swept into the dustbin of history.

Here are some of the most famous Native American warriors and Indian chiefs. All of these were capable of achieving incredible feats. You may have heard about Sitting Bull, the Hunkpapa Lakota leader who led his people during years of resistance against the United States government’s policies.

TOP 10 GREATEST INDIAN CHIEFS. California Indian Education's tribal resource is being compiled to introduce young Native American Indian students to a few of their nations' most famous Indian chiefs of North America, brave tribal leaders and warriors who have left their mark on the recorded history of our great lands — please do your own ...

2024年10月14日 · Tecumseh, Geronimo, and Wilma Mankiller are among the notable Native American leaders who left a mark with their leadership, creations and bravery in battle.

A prominent Native American leader, Geronimo led the Chiricahua Apache to fight against the encroachment of the US government on the tribe's lands. Geronimo, whose name literally means “one who yawns” in Chiricahua, fought for his tribesmen for 25 years.

Facts, information and articles about Native American Indian Chiefs from the history of the Wild West.

2017年1月27日 · Native American Chiefs in 1865. Chief: Geronimo (Bedonkohe Apache Leader: aka Goyathlay) Born: June 16, 1829 near Turkey Creek (Gila River), Apache land contested by Mexico, and currently known as New Mexico. Died: February 17, 1909 Fort Sill, Oklahoma. Nationality: Apache.

2023年11月7日 · Though nowhere near complete, this list details many influential Native American leaders, both men and women, who made their mark in history. Powhatan Confederacy. First Leader in Contact...