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Sitting Bull

             Sitting Bull was born around 1831 on the Grand River.
             Tatanka-Iyotanka, which describes a buffalo bull sitting. In 1845, at the age of 14, he joined.
             his first war party. In his first battle, as the rest of the party waited for the enemy to attack .
             first, he quickly charged toward an enemy on his pony. The others saw what he did, and began.
             to follow him. The enemy warriors were so shocked at the attack, that they began to retreat.
             His father was so proud of his son's early victory, he gave the name Sitting Bull to his son, the.
             same name the Buffalo God had given to him. .
             It didn't take long before Sitting Bull became a leader. The Hunkpapa Sioux tribe that.
             he belonged to, began losing faith in the Chiefs of their tribe, and decided it was time for a new.
             chief to be chosen. Someone that would restore the honor and rebuild the people's respect. .
             The new chief would be Sitting Bull. .
             Sitting Bull was a very good buffalo hunter and a brave warrior who led charges against .
             the enemy . He was very popular among his tribe. He also had a great reputation as a .
             peacemaker, settling many fights within his tribe. Sitting Bull was alos known for his .
             compassion. He would share his food and even gave away his horses. He was a friendly man.
             who always had a good story or joke to share with others. Sitting Bull prayed a lot, he was a .
             very religious man. .
             In his first battle against american soldiers, he led his tribe to victory. He also defended.
             his tribes land against the U.S. Army in the famous battle of Little Big Horn which was led by .
             General Custer. Sitting Bull's courage was legendary and he had many accomplishments. .
             Among some of them are:.
             1) 1856- Kills Crow chief in combat and becomes chief of the Strong Hearts warrior society.
             2) 1864- Participates in the Battle of Killdeer Mountains and the Battle of the Badlands.
             3) 1865- Fights U.S. Troops in the Battle of Powder River.
             4) 1867- Became head chief of the Teton Sioux.
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            


Essays Related to Sitting Bull

1. Sitting Bull

Sitting Bull, said to be driven by the spirit, became chief of the Sioux tribe at an early age. ... Throughout his reign, Chief Sitting Bull led his tribe through a number of confrontations with the American Army. ... In reaction to Logan's arrogance, Sitting Bull became angered and accused Logan of "acting like a man drunk with whiskey." ... Sitting Bull did his best to make his words understandable to the audience. ... Sitting Bull loved his people and cared deeply for their well-being. ...

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  • Approx Pages: 3
  • Grade Level: High School

2. Sitting Bull

Chief Sitting Bull Chief Sitting Bull was one of the greatest leaders of our time. ... The name describes a bull sitting stubbornly on its haunches. ... said Sitting Bull, and charged. ... Sitting Bull didn't adhere to the regulations that were set. ... Chief Sitting Bull was murdered at the age of fifty-three. ...

  • Word Count: 1868
  • Approx Pages: 7
  • Has Bibliography
  • Grade Level: High School

3. Sitting Bull and The Sioux Nation

Sitting Bull's courage was legendary. ... In 1872, the stage was set for war between Sitting Bull and the U.S. ... However, Sitting Bull remained defiant. ... As the battles continued, many of Sitting Bull's followers surrendered. However, Sitting Bull would not give up. ...

  • Word Count: 1909
  • Approx Pages: 8
  • Grade Level: High School

4. Sitting Bull And The Sioux Resistance

Essay Analysis: Sitting Bull and the Sioux Resistance 1. The change in Lakota culture during the nineteenth century is best time lined by stages in Sitting Bull's life. ... Through his prestigious history Sitting Bull acquired three distinct personalities. ... Sitting Bull, emerged as the leader of the no reservation Lakotas, who ranged the plains country in the free life of old, and chose the path of resistance against the whites. ... In Utleys conclusion he states that Sitting Bull lost because of reasons beyond his control. ...

  • Word Count: 838
  • Approx Pages: 3
  • Grade Level: High School

5. The Battle Of Little Big Horn

Sitting Bull chose Gall to be his military chief in the war with the United States. ... After the battle Gall went with Sitting Bull to Canada. ... Sitting Bull was born in 1831. ... Sitting Bull could fight if he had to, though. ... Sitting Bull was very respected and a member of many different spiritual societies. ...

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  • Approx Pages: 7
  • Grade Level: High School

6. The Ghost Dance Society of 1890

Among the whites Sitting Bull was known as a "wild" Sioux. ... At first Sitting Bull agreed. ... When Sitting Bull saw them he held back. ... Bull Head tried to shoot back, but instead of shooting Catch-the-Bear, he shot Sitting Bull. ... After the fight at Sitting Bull's camp, his people fled. ...

  • Word Count: 750
  • Approx Pages: 3
  • Grade Level: High School

7. Ghost Dance

Capps, 220) McLaughlin, who hated Sitting Bull, wanted to have him arrested. ... (Brown. 437) When they got to Sitting Bulls cabin, Henry Bull Head burst through the door and told Sitting Bull he was under arrest. Sitting Bull defiantly said that he was not going and with that the Sioux who had gathered outside fired at Henry Bull Head. He was badly wounded but managed shoot Sitting Bull and killed him. The killing of Sitting Bull increased the distress sweeping the reservations. ...

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  • Grade Level: High School

8. Defense

Bull, G. 2000, p.180) The element of colour is the dominant feature for the illustrations in this book, as line, shape, composition and texture are consistently applied throughout. ... Bull, G. 2000, p.180) Symbolism also plays a small role in this scene and throughout the book, as a branch, but not the entire tree, is included, reaching out to the granddaughter, much like what grandmother is doing at that moment. ... Bull, G. 2000, p.188) Also, no matter the mood of the granddaughter or colour scheme employed, grandmother always has a rosy smile on her faced, which helps the reader und...

  • Word Count: 1274
  • Approx Pages: 5
  • Has Bibliography

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