The Native American people have long inhabited the land of North America. While they have been known by several names over the course of history that collects them all into a single category, there are over 570 tribes currently living in the United States. The history of the Native American people is long and fascinating, and gaining access to photos from their history is often times incredibly difficult.
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While not delving into the discussion of who the "real" American is, these extremely rare historical photos of Native Americans brings to light their enchanting traditions, sending you back to a time in history that we have only ever read about. Now, you can see it for yourself.
Chief Wolf Robe wearing the Benjamin Harrison Peace Medal, 1899
Wolf Robe was the leader of the Cheyenne tribe. In his role as their leader, he earned the Benjamin Harrison Peace Medal in 1890 for his role in the Cherokee Commission. It was a committee of three people who worked together to legally buy land that was occupied by the Cherokee Nation and several other tribes in the Oklahoma Territory so that it may be used by non-indigenous people.
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Wolf Robe was also one of the most respected individuals of the Cheyenne tribe, due to his ability to remain calm under extreme pressure, as well as protect the interests of his fellow people.