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History of the Butterfly, Part 19: Mahaska goes to Europe
George Catlin partnered with P. T. Barnum to set up an Indian show in Europe. It featured his paintings, some items that would be of interest to spectators (like weapons) and troops of Native American actors. The group of Ioways … Continue reading
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History of the Butterfly, Part 4: Kishkekosh
Kishkekosh was a minor chief. Sometimes he was described as a Fox (a.k.a. Meskwaki) and sometimes a Sauk chief. He seems to have been quite a character, and not easily understood. He was personable and charming, at the same time … Continue reading
History of the Butterfly Part 2
In 1837 a number of the leaders of the Indians who occupied the land that later became Iowa were invited to Washington D.C. to participate in peace talks. Officially the visit was to spend time to settle differences between the Sauk … Continue reading
