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CHEYENNE CHIEFS, 1887. Cheyenne chiefs Standing Elk (in headdress), Running Hog
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CHEYENNE CHIEFS, 1887. Cheyenne chiefs Standing Elk (in headdress), Running Hog
CHEYENNE CHIEFS, 1887.
Cheyenne chiefs Standing Elk (in headdress), Running Hog, and Little Wolf (right) meeting with cattle rancher Harry Oelrichs and his interpreter (left) at his home in Oelrichs, South Dakota, 4 July 1887. Photographed by John C.H. Grabill
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This photograph, titled "Cheyenne Chiefs, 1887" captures a significant historical moment in the American West. The image showcases three prominent Cheyenne chiefs - Standing Elk, Running Hog, and Little Wolf - engaging in a meeting with cattle rancher Harry Oelrichs at his home in Oelrichs, South Dakota on July 4th, 1887. The composition of the photo is striking; it portrays an intriguing blend of cultures as these Native American leaders interact with a Caucasian rancher. Dressed in traditional Cheyenne attire adorned with feathers and buckskin clothing, the chiefs exude strength and wisdom. Meanwhile, Mr. Oelrichs sits comfortably on a porch chair wearing Western-style clothing. The sepia tones add depth to this late 19th-century scene set against the backdrop of the Great Plains. The presence of rifles hints at both tension and respect between these two worlds colliding during this era of westward expansion. John C. H. Grabill skillfully captured this powerful encounter that symbolizes cultural exchange amidst changing times on the frontier. This photograph serves as a reminder of our nation's complex history while honoring the resilience and heritage of Native American tribes like the Cheyenne people.
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