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Home of Mrs American Horse Visiting squaws at Mrs A's home in hostile camp, 1891. Creator: John C. H. Grabill
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Home of Mrs American Horse Visiting squaws at Mrs A's home in hostile camp, 1891. Creator: John C. H. Grabill
Home of Mrs American Horse Visiting squaws at Mrs A's home in hostile camp, 1891. Oglala women and children seated inside an uncovered tipi frame in an encampment, most are looking away from the camera, probably on or near Pine Ridge Reservation
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This evocative photograph, titled 'Home of Mrs. American Horse Visiting squaws at Mrs. A's home in hostile camp, 1891,' captures a poignant moment in the lives of Oglala women and children during a time of great upheaval on the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota. Taken by renowned photographer John C.H. Grabill, the image offers a glimpse into the domestic life of the Lakota people during the late 19th century. The photograph depicts a group of women and children seated inside an uncovered tipi frame, most of them looking away from the camera. The tipi, a traditional dwelling of the Plains Indians, serves as a symbol of their displaced and transient existence. The women, dressed in traditional clothing, appear to be engaged in a conversation or activity, while the children gaze curiously at something outside the frame. The photograph was likely taken during a time of hostility between the Lakota people and the US government, possibly during the Ghost Dance movement or the Wounded Knee Massacre. Despite the challenging circumstances, the women and children continue to maintain their tribal culture and traditions, as evidenced by their clothing and the use of the tipi. The image is a powerful reminder of the resilience and strength of the Native American people during a time of great change and adversity. It offers a glimpse into the daily life of the Lakota people and their efforts to maintain their heritage and traditions in the face of displacement and colonization.
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