New York City-the Sioux Chief, Red Cloud, in the Great Hall of the Cooper Institute surrounded by the Indian delegation of braves and squaws, addressing a New York audience on the wrongs done to his people.
New York City-the Sioux Chief, Red Cloud, in the Great Hall of the Cooper Institute surrounded by the Indian delegation of braves and squaws, addressing a New York audience on the wrongs done to his people.
Date
1870-1880?
Summary
Red Cloud, a Native American (Oglala Sioux) man, gives a speech at the Cooper Institute in New York City, New York. Native Americans who include Red Dog and white men who include Peter Cooper, Esq. and Rev. Dr. Crosby, are in the audience.
Description
1 photoprint ; 17 x 12 cm. (6 1/2 x 4 1/2 in.)
Subject
Dakota Indians--19th century; Indians of North America--19th century; Oglala Indians--19th century; Public Speaking--19th century; Red Cloud, 1822-1909.
Format-Medium
Photograph
Source
Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper, July 2, 1870, cover.
Rights Contact Information
Copyright restrictions applying to use or reproduction of this image available from the Western History and Genealogy Dept., Denver Public Library, at photosales@denverlibrary.org.
Reproduction Available for Purchase
Yes (digital reproduction)
Related Material
Image File: ZZR710033726
Notes
Formerly F18824.; Photoprint of an illustration and front page of Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper.; Title and" From a Sketch by our Special Artist- See Page 247" from label in print.; R7100337262
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