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The Sioux rising in the Western United States (engraving)
1062252 The Sioux rising in the Western United States (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sioux rising in the Western United States. Illustration for The Graphic, 31 January 1891.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22212934
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Hotchkiss Gun Medicine Man Native Americans Opening Pine Ridge Private Rising Sioux Trenches Trooper Wounded Knee Wounding Western United States
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This engraving, titled "The Sioux rising in the Western United States" takes us back to a significant moment in history. Created by an English School artist in the 19th century, this print offers a glimpse into the intense conflict between Native Americans and the United States military. The scene depicted here is filled with action and tension. The United States cavalry and infantry engage in fierce combat against the Sioux warriors, who rise up to defend their land. In the foreground, we witness troopers operating a Hotchkiss gun while taking cover behind trenches. The wounded soldiers are attended to by their comrades as Lieutenant Hawthorne leads his men into battle. Amidst this chaotic scene, we catch sight of a powerful figure - a medicine man guiding his fellow tribesmen with unwavering determination. This image captures not only the physical fight but also showcases the resilience and spirit of Native American resistance during this tumultuous period. "The Sioux rising in the Western United States" serves as both historical documentation and artistic expression. It transports us back to Pine Ridge during this pivotal moment when tensions ran high between two cultures vying for control over these vast lands. Preserved within private collections today, this engraving reminds us of our nation's complex past and invites contemplation on themes such as colonization, identity, and perseverance that continue to resonate today.
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