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SIOUX MEN, c1875. Group of Sioux men. Back row, left to right: Joe Merrivale, Young Spotted Tail
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SIOUX MEN, c1875. Group of Sioux men. Back row, left to right: Joe Merrivale, Young Spotted Tail
SIOUX MEN, c1875.
Group of Sioux men. Back row, left to right: Joe Merrivale, Young Spotted Tail, Antoine Janis; Sitting: Touch-the-Clouds, Little Big Man, Black Cool. Photograph by Mathew Brady, c1875
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1875 Antoine Backdrop Brady Mathew Native American Pipe Sioux Studio War Bonnet Head Rest Janis Merrivale
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This photograph, taken by Mathew Brady in 1875, showcases a group of Sioux men in all their majestic glory. Standing tall with pride, they exude strength and resilience that is deeply rooted in their Native American heritage. In the back row from left to right, we have Joe Merrivale, Young Spotted Tail, and Antoine Janis. Each man wears traditional clothing adorned with intricate beadwork and feathers. Their stoic expressions hint at the wisdom gained through years of living on the Great Plains. Seated before them are Touch-the-Clouds, Little Big Man, and Black Cool. Touch-the-Clouds dons an impressive war bonnet while Little Big Man holds a pipe symbolizing peace and unity among tribes. Black Cool's gaze pierces through the lens as if he knows his image will be etched into history forever. The studio backdrop provides a stark contrast to these proud warriors; it serves as a reminder of the clash between two worlds - one steeped in tradition and another rapidly changing due to Western influence. This photograph captures not only the physical features but also the spirit of these Sioux men who lived during a time of immense change for Native Americans. It stands as a testament to their enduring legacy and serves as an important historical document that allows us to glimpse into their world over 140 years ago.
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