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The Southern Plains delegation during the Civil War, 1863
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The Southern Plains delegation during the Civil War, 1863
1576259 The Southern Plains delegation during the Civil War, 1863; (add.info.: The Southern Plains delegation, in the White House Conservatory during the Civil War on March 27, 1863. The interpreter William Simpson Smith and the agent Samuel G. Colley are standing at the left of the group; the white woman standing at the far right is often identified as Mary Todd Lincoln. The Indians in the front row are: War Bonnet, Standing in the Water, and Lean Bear of the Cheyenne's, and Yellow Wolf of the Kiowas. Yellow Wolf is wearing the Thomas Jefferson peace medal that aroused such interest. The identities of the Indians of the second row are unknown.); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38207888
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
1860s Civil War Conservatory Medal Peace Thomas Jefferson White House William Smith
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This print captures a pivotal moment in history - the Southern Plains delegation during the Civil War in 1863. The image, taken in the White House Conservatory, showcases a diverse group of individuals including interpreter William Simpson Smith and agent Samuel G. Colley standing at the left.
One figure that stands out is a white woman often identified as Mary Todd Lincoln, adding an intriguing layer to this historical snapshot. In the front row, we see prominent Cheyenne and Kiowa leaders such as War Bonnet, Standing in the Water, Lean Bear, and Yellow Wolf wearing a Thomas Jefferson peace medal that sparked curiosity among onlookers.
The identities of those in the second row remain unknown, leaving room for speculation about their roles and significance within this delegation. This photograph not only documents a meeting between different cultural groups during a time of conflict but also symbolizes efforts towards peace and diplomacy amidst political turmoil.
As we reflect on this image from 1863, it serves as a reminder of our complex past and the importance of dialogue and understanding across diverse communities. It is truly a piece of history frozen in time for us to study and learn from today.
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