02200cam a22003253u 4500001000400000003000700004005001700011006000200028007000500030008004100035040001100076041001700087050000900104100003600113245003900149264005100188300004700239336002600286337002600312338003600338500003100374508004600405520123500451534004501686653001101731653004201742653003201784856004101816999001701857336UtSlPG20260610133030.0mcr n260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aE0111 aEastman, Charles A.,d1858-193910aIndian Heroes and Great Chieftains 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2008  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2008-07-05  aProduced by Judith Boss, and David Widger  a"Indian Heroes and Great Chieftains" by Charles A. Eastman is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book focuses on the lives and stories of influential Sioux leaders and warriors, such as Red Cloud, Crazy Horse, and Sitting Bull, highlighting their character, struggles, and significance within Native American history. Eastman, himself a member of the Sioux, aims to shed light on these figures who were often misunderstood or misrepresented in American history, providing them the justice and recognition they deserve.  The opening of the book introduces key historical figures starting with Red Cloud, depicting his early life, upbringing, and transformation into a revered leader amidst turbulent times for the Sioux. Read Cloud’s character is marked by resilience, bravery, and a commitment to his people's way of life, revealing anecdotes that illustrate his dedication to leadership and his people. The narrative sets a stage that reflects the broader context of the Sioux's struggle against encroachment by settlers and the U.S. government, emphasizing themes of honor, cultural pride, and the vital importance of tribal unity in the face of adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aHeroes  aIndians of North America -- Biography  aDakota Indians -- Biography40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/336  c42464d42464