NEW Incredibly RARE Photos of Native Americans | Episode 2

In a picture, a thousand stories are waiting to be discovered. Each photo has its tale, taking us back in time and making us feel different emotions. So, what better way to gain invaluable insight into the history of Native Americans other than pictures? This series continues our previous exploration of captivating images of the Plains and Rocky Mountain photographers, showcasing Arapaho, Cheyenne, Chippewa, Ottawa, Pawnee, Sioux, and Ute men and women. You’ll find the link to the previous episode in the description below.

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https://statemuseum.arizona.edu/online-exhibit/nampeyo-showcase
https://www.britannica.com/topic/medicine-man
https://military-history.fandom.com/wiki/Crow_scouts
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In a picture a thousand stories are waiting to be discovered each photo has its tail taking us back in time and making us feel different emotions so what better way to gain invaluable insight into the history of Native Americans other than pictures this series continues our previous exploration of captivating images of the

Plains and Rocky Mountain photographers showcasing Arapaho Chyenne Chipawa Ottawa paoni Sue and ute men and women you’ll find the link to the previous episode in the description below moving on to this episode brought to you by native journals we will uncover incredible photos that offer a glimpse into the lives cultures and traditions

Of native American communities you will witness moments Frozen in Time Each frame narrating A Story of Survival adaptation and the enduring Spirit of Native American civilizations before we unveil some pixels kindly like this video and hit the Subscribe button for exclusive access to enlightening videos on the history of Native American tribes our

First rare picture is an image of a jarilla girl you will immediately notice something unique about this picture apart from the wide-eyed innocent looking girl who looks unsure of what is happening you will see her special attire which comprises a fantastic collection of beaded necklaces and a patterned Cape it is the well-known

Traditional Feast dress worn by young jarilla women to signify their entry into Womanhood the jarilla Apache Feast dress is a carefully crafted garment traditionally made from materials like buck skin or wool the design often incorporates vibrant colors with intricate bead work covering the entire dress the bead work features geometric

Patterns symbols and representations of nature reflecting the spiritual and cultural significance of the jarilla Apache people the cape worn by the jarilla girl is adorned with symbolic lunar patterns that connect to the moon’s phases these lunar patterns likely carry dual symbolism representing not only the celestial cycles of the

Moon but also a woman’s menstrual cycle our next rare picture is that of the hashad in Navajo culture religious practices and ceremonies play a significant role and various rituals often use masks these masks can represent Spiritual Beings ancestors or deities and are are employed in ceremonies to promotee community healing

Balance and Harmony The Mask worn in the image above is the mask of hashad which signifies a benevolent female goddess it was believed that the goddess’s power would radiate through the one who wears the mask and blesses everyone around him including the sick next is an astonishing photo of Chief Quan Parker

Credited to HP Robinson Quan Parker was born around the year 1845 in the Witchita mountains now in Oklahoma during intense conflict between Native American tribes and European settlers his mother was Cynthia Anne Parker a white captive whom the commanches had taken during a raid his father was Chief

P Noona a respected kamanche leader quana grew up immersed in the commanche way of life learning their Customs language and survival skills quana Parker Rose to prominence as the primary leader of the entire kamanche nation unprecedented in their history over the following 30 years he served as the primary intermediary between his people

And the encroaching white civilization quana actively promoted education and agricultural practices championed the rights of the kamanche and achieved success as a prosperous entrepreneur his efforts to bridge the gap between Native American and European American ways of life contributed to the survival of the kamanche people during a difficult period the following image

Taken in 1923 by Edward Curtis depicts a hoopa woman carrying her baby in a traditional baby carrier this baby carrier is not what you see every day however it was designed to provide maximum Comfort to Native American babies generally Native American baby carriers better known as cradle boards

Typically have a sturdy flat backboard as the main support structure this backboard is often made from wood such as willow oak or Cedar providing a firm foundation for the carrier these ties are also adjustable to accommodate the baby’s growth in addition wide adjustable straps are attached to the backboard these straps

Are used to wrap the baby limiting free movement of the arms and legs this is done simply to give the baby a similar feeling of being held here is a rare photo of Buffalo Bill posing with Sitting Bull this is undoubtedly an econic photo symbolizing the complex and often contradictory relationships

Between Native Americans and figures from euroamerican society during the late 19th century the photograph in particular captures a moment when Sitting Bull and Buffalo Bill came together for a performance or promotional event there are two interpretations of this image on one hand it portrays two iconic figures from different cultural backgrounds

Momentarily United for entertainment on the other hand it symbolizes the impact of westward expansion on Native American communities we also have a rare photo of zit kalasa a sue woman from 1898 zitkala sha also known as Gertrude Simmons bonnan was a prominent Yankton Dakota Sue Ryder musician and Native

American rights Advocate during the late 19th and early 20th centuries her life and work contributed significantly to the understanding and preservation of Native American culture at the tender age of 8 she was sent to Whit’s manual labor Institute a missionary boarding school where she experienced cultural assimilation and separation from her

Family this experience greatly influenced her later advocacy for Native American rights and education in 1900 she achieved an outstanding feat by co-writing and performing in the first Native American Opera the Su dance Opera which Blended traditional Native music with Western classical forms zitkala Shaw’s Legacy endures through her literary

Contributions music and advocacy for Native American Rights in her as a critical figure in the early 20th century Native American Renaissance here is a Timeless image of an arakara Warrior named Bear’s belly Bear’s belly belonged to the arakara tribe which is historically associated with the Great Plains region the photograph highlights Bears belly’s

Status as one of the most esteemed Fighters within his tribe his name derived from a battle where he reportedly killed Three Bears suggests a connection to the symbolic power and strength associated with bears in Native American cultures the arikara people are part of the more prominent kadan linguistic family and have a rich

History in the plains region their traditional territory covered present day North Dakota South Dakota and Nebraska like many Plains tribes the arikara had a strong Warrior tradition and individuals like Bears belly who demonstrated exceptional bravery and skill in battles were highly respected within the community next is a rare picture of

Black Shaw dated 1888 at First Sight you will agree that she gives off an aura of prestige the black Shaw is well known as the wife of Crazy Horse a highly respected Lota suuk leader unfortunately historical documents and details about this woman are pretty limited but we do know that

Crazy horse was an enigmatic Warrior and leader who played a significant role in the resistance against the encroachment of white settlers onto Native American lands he is best known for his involvement in battles like the Battle of Little Big Horn the couple had a daughter whom they named they are afraid

Of her sadly their Joy was cut short as she died around the age of two likely due to chalera around the 1920s a black Shaw sadly lost her life during the influenza outbreak Whiteman runs him a warrior in the Little Big Horn this notable Warrior also known as Brave Eagle posed for this

Picture in the tier 1910 white man runs him played a role in the historic Battle of the Little Big Horn in June 187 6 this battle also known as kuster’s Last Stand was a response to the US government’s efforts to force Native American tribes onto reservations Whitman runs him along with other prominent leaders such as Sitting

Bull and Crazy Horse fought against kuster’s seventh Cavalry during the battle a coalition of Lakota Chyenne and arapo warriors effectively countered kuster’s forces resulting in a devastating defeat for the US Army white man runs him’s bravery and tactical skills along with the collective efforts of Native American warriors played a

Significant role in the battle’s outcome next is another rare photo of the United States officials sitting among native Chiefs Pine Ridge South Dakota dated 1891 the photograph RH captures a significant moment in the complex history of Native American and US Government relations undoubtedly it holds profound historical importance as

It documents a pivotal meeting between United States officials and leaders from several Native American tribes in the photograph’s foreground United States officials sit alongside native Chiefs the tribes represented in this Gathering include the ogala Lota mini konju and the brula such intertribal meetings were crucial forums for dialogue and negotiation

During a Time marked by profound changes in the lives of Native American communities this particular assembly likely addressed matters of considerable consequence ranging from Land rights and resource allocation to issues of governance and sovereignty at the core of these discussions was the ongoing struggle for the preservation of native americ

American cultures and ways of life amidst the Relentless push for westward expansion by the United States here is also a rare image of General kuster’s six Crow Scouts standing by the graves on the Little Big Horn Battlefield 1908 this image evokes a powerful reflection on the historical

Significance of the battle of the Little Big Horn a pivotal and tragic event that unfolded on June 25 1876 General George Armstrong kuster led the US Army’s seventh Cavalry in an ill-fated campaign against the combined forces of the Lakota Sue Cheyenne and Arapaho tribes the battle resulted in a

Devastating defeat for kusters forces and marked a turning point in the conflicts between the US government and Native American tribes the presence of the six Crow Scouts in the photograph makes it even more enjoyable the Crow tribe traditional enemies of the Lakota Sue chose to align

With the US Army during the Indian Wars the scouts served as valuable interpreters of the terrain and enemy movements for kuster in 1908 decades after the battle the crow Scouts returned to the site standing by the graves that marked the final resting places of those who fought in the

Conflict next is a photo of Black Eagle an olala Lota Medicine Man dated 1932 Lakota medicine men play a crucial role in the Lakota people’s spiritual cultural and healing practices who are part of the larger Sue Nation these individuals are often referred to as wicasa wakan or hyoka wcasa meaning holy

Man or Medicine Man in the Lakota language they are known as spiritual leaders who connect with the Unseen World they facilitate communication with with the spirit realm seeking guidance and wisdom to address the community’s needs their role involves interpreting dreams performing rituals and maintaining a deep connection with the

Sacred more importantly these medicine men were reverenced for their ability to heal physical and spiritual ailments they employ a combination of Herbal Remedies prayer and ceremonial practices to bring balance and Harmony to individuals and the community healing ceremonies often involve using sacred objects like pipes and eagle feathers

Vision quests were also integral to a medicine man’s training and Spiritual Development these quests involve time alone in nature fasting and seeking visions that provide insight into one’s purpose spiritual path and connection with the Divine here is a group of Navajo Native American students when they first joined the school and a

Comparison photo of them years later in 1882 a group of young Navajo Lads embarked on a journey that marked a significant life shift at the time the US government implemented policies aimed at assimilating Native American children into mainstream American culture through boarding schools in the first image you can’t

Miss the Expressions on their faces which reveal a mix of uncertainty and curiosity about the unfamiliar environment they are entering the comparison photo taken years later serves as a visual Testament to the influence of assimilation policies on the lives of these Navajo students the changes in clothing hairstyles and

Overall appearance reflect the impact of Western cultural norms imposed upon them during their time in the boarding school the last image on our list is an alluring photo of the famous hopy Potter naeo naeo was is a renowned hopa Potter widely celebrated for her exceptional skill and Innovative contributions to

Native American pottery this talented woman was pivotal in Reviving The sikyatki Pottery style characterized by its thin walled vessels intricate designs and muted color palette nao’s Innovations included incorporating ancient designs such as migration patterns and symbolic bird motifs into her Pottery she was known for experimenting with various shapes sizes

And pottery techniques showcasing her technical skills and artistic creativity by the late 19th century naeo gained recognition for her exceptional Pottery attracting the attention of collectors and anthropologists her work was displayed at various exhibitions including the 1893 Chicago World’s Colombian exposi that br brings us to the end of

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