“Sitting Bull gave most of the money away to the band of ragged, hungry boys who seemed to surround him wherever he went. He once told Annie Oakley, another one of the Wild West Show's stars, that he could not understand how white men could be so unmindful of their own poor. "The white man knows how to make everything," he said, "but he does not know how to distribute it.”
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Work
Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee: An Indian History of the American West
This historical account documents the systematic displacement, broken treaties, and violent conflicts that shaped the experience of Native American peoples during the westward expansion of the United States. The book draws upon government records, memoirs, and traditional accounts to present events as witnessed by Native Americans rather than through the lens of settlers or government officials. It covers key instances of resistance, removal, and surrender across multiple tribes and generations, illustrating the profound impact of federal Indian policies on indigenous populations. The work has been recognized for offering an alternative viewpoint to traditional frontier narratives. more
Author
Dee Brown
Dee Brown was an American novelist known for his profound insights into racial and social issues. His works often focused on the history and reality of the African American community, particularly on racial relations and class struggles. His notable works include 'Bleeding Kansas' and 'Manchild in the Promised Land'. more
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