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Medicine lodge in winter. Siksika (Blackfoot) men. 1912. Photo by Roland Reed.
08/02/2025

Medicine lodge in winter. Siksika (Blackfoot) men. 1912. Photo by Roland Reed.

Comanche Martha Wa-Per with her son, George Washington, in a cradleboard. 1920-1930. George was born on July 4th. Source...
08/02/2025

Comanche Martha Wa-Per with her son, George Washington, in a cradleboard. 1920-1930. George was born on July 4th. Source - Denver Public Library

Did you know that one of the earliest photos of a Native American with a wolf highlights a profound bond? This late 19th...
06/24/2025

Did you know that one of the earliest photos of a Native American with a wolf highlights a profound bond? This late 19th-century image showcases a time when wolves were seen as symbols of loyalty, courage, and wisdom, rather than as threats. In many Native cultures, wolves were respected spirit guides and partners in navigating a tough world. As the frontier changed, these moments faded, making such photos priceless connections to a lifestyle rooted in harmony with nature. They remind us of a time when coexistence was key to survival and cultural identity.

"O my children! my poor children!Listen to the words of wisdom,Listen to the words of warning,From the lips of the Great...
04/25/2025

"O my children! my poor children!Listen to the words of wisdom,
Listen to the words of warning,
From the lips of the Great Spirit,
From the Master of Life, who made you!
"I have given you lands to hunt in,
I have given you streams to fish in,
I have given you bear and bison,
I have given you roe and reindeer,
I have given you brant and beaver,
Filled the marshes full of wild-fowl,
Filled the rivers full of fishes:
Why then are you not contented?
Why then will you hunt each other?
"I am weary of your quarrels,
Weary of your wars and bloodshed,
Weary of your prayers for vengeance,
Of your wranglings and dissensions;
All your strength is in your union,
All your danger is in discord;
Therefore be at peace henceforward,
And as brothers live together.

Comanche Warriors: Masters of the Horse and Guardians of the Plains 🐎🪶In the 18th and 19th centuries, as settlers moved ...
04/25/2025

Comanche Warriors: Masters of the Horse and Guardians of the Plains 🐎🪶
In the 18th and 19th centuries, as settlers moved westward across North America, they encountered fierce resistance from Indigenous tribes. Among the most formidable were the Comanche, a tribe that halted expansion into the southern plains with unmatched skill and strategy.
Masters of the Horse:
While many tribes adapted to the horse, the Comanche perfected its use, transforming from an obscure mountain people into legendary warriors and masters of horseback combat. Unlike other tribes like the Sioux or Cheyenne, who dismounted to fight, Comanche warriors stayed mounted, using their speed and agility to overwhelm their enemies.
Terror on the Plains:
Known for their fierce raids, lightning-fast attacks, and advanced riding techniques, the Comanche earned a reputation as the most feared riders of the plains. Their mastery of horses reshaped their society and gave them a critical edge in battles against settlers and rival tribes.
The Comanche’s ability to dominate the southern plains for decades is a testament to their resourcefulness, courage, and innovative use of the horse.

Martin Sensmeier (born June 27, 1985) (Tlingit/Koyukon-Athabascan) is an American actor and model. Of Alaska Native and ...
04/04/2025

Martin Sensmeier (born June 27, 1985) (Tlingit/Koyukon-Athabascan) is an American actor and model. Of Alaska Native and European-American descent, he is known for playing various Native American roles. He starred in the 2016 remake The Magnificent Seven and had a recurring role as "Wanahton" in the HBO television series Westworld (2018). More recently, he has played a physical therapist in the TV series Yellowstone and a Comanche warrior named Sam in the prequel 1883, both directed by Taylor Sheridan.
He is expected to star in the biopic Bright Path: The Jim Thorpe Story, expected to go into production in mid-2021. Sensmeier would be the first indigenous person to play the star athlete, who was Sac and Fox and won two Olympic gold medals in 1912.

Our Comanche people developed a unique breed of horse called a Pinto, which was also known as the Medicine Hat or War Bo...
04/04/2025

Our Comanche people developed a unique breed of horse called a Pinto, which was also known as the Medicine Hat or War Bonnet. It was recognized for its fierceness on the battlefield. Our tribe owned many of these magnificent animals. A warrior believed he was invincible when he rode the Medicine Hat into battle. AlI Comanches desired the war horse and considered it sacred.

Native American sign language: Illustrated guides to 400 gesturesThe illustrations below showing how to communicate usin...
04/03/2025

Native American sign language: Illustrated guides to 400 gestures
The illustrations below showing how to communicate using Native American/”Indian” sign language, come from two vintage sources — one in the ’50s, and the other (more comprehensive guide) from the ’20s.
Indian sign language (1954)
From The Golden Digest, Issue 1 (1954)
Once we had many Indian tribes in our country. They did not all speak the same language. But with sign language, one tribe could understand another. Here are some things they would say. Words shown: Sunset, yes, I/me/my, go/go away, horse/horse rider, buffalo, man, rising sun, tipi, you, night

These are the one's who discovered AmericaAnd should be taught in our history booksNot the false storyline they give abo...
04/03/2025

These are the one's who discovered America
And should be taught in our history books
Not the false storyline they give about Columbus discovery America

Then & NowLakota Sioux woman in 1899 & Lakota Sioux woman today.
02/19/2025

Then & Now
Lakota Sioux woman in 1899 & Lakota Sioux woman today.

Zahn McClarnon and Michael Spears in ‘’Into The West''.
02/19/2025

Zahn McClarnon and Michael Spears in ‘’Into The West''.

Devil's Tower, Wyoming 🇺🇸
02/05/2025

Devil's Tower, Wyoming 🇺🇸

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