Kiowa Collection

American Indian tribe locations in 1715
Map of Native American tribe locations circa 1715, continental U.S. Printed color lithograph

American Indian tribe locations about 1700
Map of Native American locations, circa 1700. Printed lithograph

SATANTA (1830-1878). Satanta, also known as White Bear. Native American Kiowa chief. Photographed in 1870 wearing his prized medal sent by President James Buchanan

Bell OH-58A Kiowa 71-20460
United States Army - Bell OH-58A Kiowa 71-20460 (msn 41321), at a US Army airshow in the US Date: circa 1975

Bell OH-58A Kiowa 72-21182
United States Army - Bell OH-58A Kiowa 72-21182 (msn 41848), at Castle Ashby for the World Helicopter Championships, on 26 June 1986, with competition number 24'. Date: 1986

Bell OH-58A Kiowa 68-16854
United States Army - Bell OH-58A Kiowa 68-16854 (msn 40168), at Castle Ashby for the World Helicopter Championships, on 26 June 1986. Date: 1986

Bell OH-58A Kiowa 70-15587
United States Army - Bell OH-58A Kiowa 70-15587 (msn 41138), at Castle Ashby for the World Helicopter Championships, on 26 June 1986, with competition number 17'. Date: 1986

Bell OH-58A Kiowa 71-20580
United States Army - Bell OH-58A Kiowa 71-20580 (msn 41441), at Castle Ashby for the World Helicopter Championships, on 26 June 1986, with competition number 23'. Date: 1986

Bell OH-58A Kiowa 72-21097
United States Army - Bell OH-58A Kiowa 72-21097 (msn 41763), at Castle Ashby for the World Helicopter Championships, on 26 June 1986. Date: 1986

Bell OH-58A Kiowa 68-16804
United States Army - Bell OH-58A Kiowa 68-16804 (msn 40118), at Castle Ashby for the World Helicopter Championships, on 26 June 1986, with competition number 18'. Date: 1986

Bell OH-58A Kiowa 69-16125
United States Army - Bell OH-58A Kiowa 69-16125 (MSN 40346), at Castle Ashby for the World Helicopter Championships, on 26 June 1986, with competition number 19, taking first place. Date: 1986

Bell OH-58A Kiowa 72-21390
United States Army - Bell OH-58A Kiowa 72-21390 (msn 42056), at Castle Ashby for the World Helicopter Championships, on 26 June 1986, with competition number 20'. Date: 1986

Bell OH-58A Kiowa 71-20512
United States Army - Bell OH-58A Kiowa 71-20512 (MSN 41373). Date: circa 1985

Bell OH-58A Kiowa 71-20511
United States Army - Bell OH-58A Kiowa 71-20511 (MSN 41372), of the California National Guard. (Converted to OH-58D(R) 96-00120). Date: circa 1985

Bell OH-58D Kiowa 85-24693
United States Army - Bell OH-58D Kiowa 85-24693 (rebuilt from 71-20695), at the SBAC Farnborough Airshow, held between 31st August-7 September 1986 Date: 1986

Bell OH-58A Kiowa 71-20791
United States Army - Bell OH-58A Kiowa 71-20791 (msn 41652), of the Georgia National Guard. Date: circa 1985

Bell CH-136 Kiowa 136224
Canadian Armed Forces - Bell CH-136 Kiowa 136224 (msn 44024, Bell 206 Jetranger), at RAF Greenham Common on 31 July 1976, for the international Air Tattoo. Date: 1976

Bell OH-58A Kiowa
United States Army - Bell OH-58A Kiowa 70-15173 (msn 40724), at Bowood House near Calne in Wiltshire, for a helicopter meet, in July 1981. Date: 1981

Bell OH-58A Kiowa 71-20465
United States Army - Bell OH-58A-BF Kiowa 71-20465 (msn 41326). (Later converted to OH-58D Kiowa Warrior 93-00945). Date: circa 1980

Bell OH-58D Kiowa Warrior 87-00750
United States Army - Bell OH-58D Kiowa Warrior 87-00750 (msn 43130), at the SBAC Farnborough International Air Show in September 1992. (Rebuilt from OH-58A 72-21192, msn 41858) Date: 1992

The Shoshone Sun Dance (pigment on deerskin)
STC168284 The Shoshone Sun Dance (pigment on deerskin) by Silver Horn (Haun-goo-ah) (1860-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: bottom right, a captive woman strikes tree marked by four bars; left)

Lone Wolf and his wife Etla, Kiowa Indians 1860 (photo)
682932 Lone Wolf and his wife Etla, Kiowa Indians 1860 (photo) by Curtis, Edward Sheriff (1868-1952) ; (add.info.: Lone Wolf and his wife Etla, Kiowa Indians); Universal History Archive/UIG

Lone Wolf and his wife Etla, Kiowa Indians, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Lone Wolf and his wife Etla, Kiowa Indians, between 1855 and 1865

Kiowa Squaw, c. 1934 (watercolor)
1066567 Kiowa Squaw, c.1934 (watercolor) by Tsatoke, Monroe (1904-37); 26.7x15.2 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; gift of the Public Works of Art Project; American, out of copyright

The Shoshone Sun Dance (pigment on muslin)
STC168287 The Shoshone Sun Dance (pigment on muslin) by Shoshone Katsikodi School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: central pole or forked tree symbolises the sun; buffalo skin)

Shoshone dance participated in only by men (pigment on muslin)
STC168286 Shoshone dance participated in only by men (pigment on muslin) by Washakie, Charles (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American, out of copyright

Kiowa (colour photo)
3106196 Kiowa (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kiowa. Illustration for Peoples of All Nations by J A Hammerton (Fleetway)

The porcupine in the tree, and flight of the sun woman (colour litho)
980501 The porcupine in the tree, and flight of the sun woman (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The porcupine in the tree)

The Shoshone Sun Dance and the Peyote Cult (pigment on deerskin)
STC168289 The Shoshone Sun Dance and the Peyote Cult (pigment on deerskin) by Silver Horn (Haun-goo-ah) (1860-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: left)

Buffalo hunt (pigment on elk-skin)
STC168285 Buffalo hunt (pigment on elk-skin) by Shoshone Katsikodi School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American, out of copyright

Bosse, Left Hand, White Wolf, Black Kettle, White Antelope, Bull Bear
DPL443626 Bosse, Left Hand, White Wolf, Black Kettle, White Antelope, Bull Bear, Neva: Chiefs of Arapahoe, Soiux, Cheyenne and Kiowa tribes, c.1860-68 (b/w photo) by American Photographer

The Anko calendar (colour litho)
980505 The Anko calendar (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Anko calendar)

The Set-T an annual calendar (colour litho)
980502 The Set-T an annual calendar (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Set-T an annual calendar (from the native drawing)

The Do-Giagya-Guat or Tipi of Battle pictures (colour litho)
980504 The Do-Giagya-Guat or Tipi of Battle pictures (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Do-Giagya-Guat or Tipi of Battle pictures)

Outside of Set-T aintes shield (colour litho)
980500 Outside of Set-T aintes shield (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Outside of Set-T aintes shield)

Inside of Set-T aintes Shield (colour litho)
980499 Inside of Set-T aintes Shield (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Inside of Set-T aintes Shield)

Cheyenne Warrior in Feather Headdress with Shield, ca. 1915-1937. Creator: Monroe Tsatoke
Cheyenne Warrior in Feather Headdress with Shield, ca. 1915-1937

War Dancer, ca. 1915-1937. Creator: Monroe Tsatoke
War Dancer, ca. 1915-1937

Kiowa Indians Gathering Wild Grapes, 1861 / 1869. Creator: George Catlin
Kiowa Indians Gathering Wild Grapes, 1861/1869. Western Texas

Kiowa Chief, His Wife, and Two Warriors, 1861 / 1869. Creator: George Catlin
Kiowa Chief, His Wife, and Two Warriors, 1861/1869. Bold-ner (chief with club and shield) with warriors Wins-ko-to-ro and Link-wistc and his wife Loo-ne, in 1836

Four Kiowa Indians, 1861 / 1869. Creator: George Catlin
Four Kiowa Indians, 1861/1869. Teh-toot-sa (chief) with Bon-son-je (warrior) on the Red River, Western Texas. 1836

Kiowa at Fairford
Bell OH-58D Kiowa 87-0744 of B Coy, 1st Arm.Div. United states Army, at the 1993 Royal International Air Tattoo - RAF Fairford 21 to 27 July 1993. Date: 1993

Awl Case, c. 1890. Creator: Unknown
Awl Case, c. 1890

Toro-Mucho, chief of a band of Kioways, 1856. Artist: John Mix Stanley
Toro-Mucho, chief of a band of Kioways, 1856. Print from Reports of Explorations and Surveys to Ascertain the Most Practicable

Kiowas, 1841. Artist: Myers and Co
Kiowas, 1841. A print from Letters and Notes on the Manners, Customs and Condition of the North American Indians, by Wiley and Putnam, 161 Broadway, New York, 1841

Southeast Indian tribe locations in 1776
Map of southeastern Native American Nations about 1776. Hand-colored woodcut

Six Toes Kiowa Adolph F Muhr American died 1913
Six Toes, Kiowa; Adolph F. Muhr (American, died 1913), Frank A. Rinehart (American, 1861 - 1928); 1899; Platinum print; 23.7 x 18.2 cm (9 5, 16 x 7 1, 8 in.)

Pablino Diaz Kiowa Adolph F Muhr American died 1913
Pablino Diaz, Kiowa; Adolph F. Muhr (American, died 1913), Frank A. Rinehart (American, 1861 - 1928); 1899; Platinum print; 23.6 x 18.1 cm (9 1, 4 x 7 1, 8 in.)

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The Kiowa tribe, an American Indian group with a rich history, had various locations in 1715. Their presence was significant and widespread across different regions. In the early 1700s, the Kiowa tribe inhabited areas that spanned from present-day Kansas to Texas and Oklahoma. Moving away from their historical context, let's explore another aspect of "Kiowa" - the Bell OH-58A Kiowa helicopters. These aircraft played a crucial role in military operations. Among them were notable models such as 71-20460, 72-21182, 68-16854, and many more. The Bell OH-58A Kiowas served as reconnaissance helicopters for the United States Army during critical periods. They provided aerial support and surveillance capabilities on various missions worldwide. With their distinctive appearance and powerful engines, these helicopters became synonymous with efficiency and reliability in combat scenarios. Whether it was conducting search-and-rescue operations or gathering intelligence behind enemy lines, the Bell OH-58A Kiowas proved themselves time and again. Their sleek design allowed them to navigate challenging terrains effortlessly while providing essential information to ground forces. The pilots who flew these machines demonstrated exceptional skill and bravery throughout their service. From training exercises to real-world deployments, each helicopter carried its own unique story within its identification number: 71-20580, 72-21097, 68-16804 - all representing countless hours of dedication by both aircrews and maintenance personnel alike. As we reflect on the significance of "Kiowa, " whether referring to an American Indian tribe or these remarkable helicopters – one thing remains constant: resilience in adversity. Both embody strength through unity – be it cultural heritage or military brotherhood – reminding us of our shared human experiences throughout history.