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A Sioux war party, 1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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A Sioux war party, 1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
A Sioux war party, 1905. Photograph shows three warriors, wearing headdress, riding on horseback, one holding a feathered lance and the others holding rifles
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Anthropology Back View Curtis Edward Sheriff Curtis Edwards Dakota Edward Sheriff Curtis Edwards Curtis Ethnography Ethnology Feather Headdress First Nation First Nations Gelatin Silver Print Grassland North America North American Prairie Prairies Rear View Sioux War Party Head Dress White And Black
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This photograph, titled "A Sioux War Party," was captured by renowned American ethnographer and photographer Edward Sheriff Curtis in 1905. The image showcases the raw power and dignity of three Sioux warriors as they ride on horseback through the expansive grasslands of North America. The warriors are dressed in traditional attire, with one wearing a magnificent feather headdress, while the others carry rifles. The scene exudes a sense of both the ancient and the modern, as the warriors blend traditional practices with the adoption of new technologies. The image offers a rare glimpse into the lives of the Sioux people during a pivotal time in history, when their way of life was being irrevocably changed by the encroachment of European settlers. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the rich cultural heritage of the First Nations people of North America and the importance of preserving their history and traditions. This gelatin silver print is part of the extensive collection of the Library of Congress and is a valuable resource for anthropologists, ethnologists, and anyone interested in the study of indigenous cultures.
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