Dakota Conflict
Which two fires suffered the most during the winter?
Sasietoan and Whapetoan (7 council fires)
T/F Owning the land was a strange idea to the Dakotas
TRUE
What was little Crow Dakota name?
Taoyadeduta- "his red nation"
Explain how treaties were presented to the tribes
They were not explained what it was -- and the natives could not read or write.
What is the meaning of Kapasia?
Traveling light
Who is Alexander Ramsey?
the governor of MN ("the Dakota should be terminated from MN")
When did the Dakota conflict happen?
1862- the day after Christmas
Ramsey's political career relied on what?
A successful treaty to the Dakotas.
Where is Kapasia located?
Along the Mississippi, near st Paul
When was the Treaty Traverse de Sioux signed?
July 23rd, 1851
What is annuity?
a series of payments made at equal intervals -- payment cash.
How old was little crow at the time of the conflict?
around 45 years old