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MEDICINE LODGE TREATY, 1867. The Kiowa chief Satanta addressing the U
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MEDICINE LODGE TREATY, 1867. The Kiowa chief Satanta addressing the U
MEDICINE LODGE TREATY, 1867.
The Kiowa chief Satanta addressing the U.S. peace commissioners during treaty negotiations at Council Grove, Medicine Lodge Creek, Kansas, October 1867. Contemporary watercolor by Hermann Stieffel
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1867 Chief Commission Commissioner Conference Delegate Forest Grove Hermann Kiowa Listening Medicine Lodge Negotiation October Peace Shade Spectator Speech Treaty Tree Watching Watercolor Arbor
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In this watercolor print, we are transported back to the historic Medicine Lodge Treaty of 1867. The image captures a significant moment during the negotiations between the Kiowa chief Satanta and U. S. peace commissioners at Council Grove, Kansas. Amidst a serene forest setting, Satanta stands tall as he addresses the commissioners under the shade of a grand tree. His powerful presence is evident as he passionately delivers his speech, advocating for his people's rights and interests. The onlookers, both Native Americans and spectators from afar, listen intently to every word spoken by this influential leader. The artist Hermann Stieffel skillfully portrays the scene with intricate detail and vibrant colors that bring life to this historical event. Through his brushstrokes, we can almost feel the weight of these crucial negotiations taking place in an atmosphere filled with hope for peace and understanding. This remarkable artwork serves as a reminder of the complex relationships between indigenous tribes and European settlers during America's westward expansion. It encapsulates not only a pivotal moment in history but also highlights the resilience and determination of Native American leaders like Satanta who fought tirelessly for their people's rights. As we gaze upon this print from Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection, let us reflect upon our shared past while acknowledging how far we have come in fostering mutual respect and cooperation among different cultures.
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