Chief Black Kettle was a leader of the Southern Cheyenne after 1854, who led efforts to resist American settlement from Kansas and Colorado territories. He was a peacemaker who accepted treaties to protect his people. He survived the Third Colorado Cavalry's Sand Creek Massacre on the Cheyenne reservation in 1864. He and his wife were among those killed in 1868 at the Battle of Washita River, in a US Army attack on their camp by George Armstrong Custer.
Although the troops have struck us, we throw it all behind and are glad to meet you in peace and friendship. friendship
We have been travelling through a cloud. The sky has been dark ever since the war began. war
We want to take good tidings home to our people, that they may sleep in peace. peace
The thankful receiver bears a plentiful harvest. 32 other sayings from William Blake
32 other sayings from William Blake
Drink and be thankful to the host! What seems insignificant when you have it, is important when you need it. 6 other quotes from Franz Grillparzer
6 other quotes from Franz Grillparzer
For what I have received may the Lord make me truly thankful. And more truly for what I have not received. 2 views from Storm Jameson
2 views from Storm Jameson
To give thanks in solitude is enough. Thanksgiving has wings and goes where it must go. Your prayer knows much more about it than you do. 73 other quotes from Victor Hugo
73 other quotes from Victor Hugo