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Little, instigator of Indian Revolt at Pine Ridge, 1890, 1891. Creator: John C. H. Grabill
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Little, instigator of Indian Revolt at Pine Ridge, 1890, 1891. Creator: John C. H. Grabill
Little, instigator of Indian Revolt at Pine Ridge, 1890, 1891. Little, Oglala band leader, full-length studio portrait, standing, facing front, wearing horn headdress, pants and shirt, and holding bow, arrows and tomahawk
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This powerful black and white portrait captures the defiant spirit of Little, a prominent Oglala band leader and instigator of the Indian Revolt at Pine Ridge in 1890 and 1891. The image, taken by renowned photographer John C.H. Grabill, depicts Little standing tall and proud, facing forward, dressed in traditional pants and shirt, adorned with a striking horn headdress. He holds a bow, arrows, and a tomahawk, embodying the strength and determination of the Plains Indians during a time of great upheaval and resistance. The meeting of frontiers between Native American cultures and European settlers in the late 19th century was a volatile and tumultuous period in American history. The Lakota, Sioux, and other Plains tribes faced the loss of their lands, resources, and traditional ways of life. The Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota became a focal point of conflict, as tensions boiled over into open rebellion. Little, also known as Spotted Elk or He Dog, was a key figure in the resistance movement. He led his people in a series of raids against the US Cavalry, seeking to defend their land and preserve their heritage. The image of Little, armed and unyielding, serves as a poignant reminder of the courage and resilience of the Native American people during this tumultuous period in American history. John C.H. Grabill's photograph captures the essence of this moment in time, providing a glimpse into the complex and often overlooked history of the American West. The portrait is a testament to the enduring legacy of Native American resistance and the indomitable spirit of those who fought to preserve their culture and way of life.
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