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What is the name of the sacred place where Crazy Horse understood, respected, and died for?
What is the name of the sacred place where Crazy Horse understood, respected, and died for?
What was symbolized by the lightning design marks on Crazy Horse's arms and legs?
What was symbolized by the lightning design marks on Crazy Horse's arms and legs?
What was the significance of the Grand Council at Bear Butte?
What was the significance of the Grand Council at Bear Butte?
Why was Crazy Horse given his name?
Why was Crazy Horse given his name?
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Who taught Crazy Horse about humility and leadership?
Who taught Crazy Horse about humility and leadership?
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What was the result of Crazy Horse's defense against the US?
What was the result of Crazy Horse's defense against the US?
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What is the spiritual significance of the Black Hills to the Lakota Nation?
What is the spiritual significance of the Black Hills to the Lakota Nation?
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What was the result of Crazy Horse's vision quest at the age of 14?
What was the result of Crazy Horse's vision quest at the age of 14?
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What qualities helped Crazy Horse rise to power as a warrior and leader?
What qualities helped Crazy Horse rise to power as a warrior and leader?
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What was Crazy Horse's stance on the selling of the Black Hills and the intrusion of settlers?
What was Crazy Horse's stance on the selling of the Black Hills and the intrusion of settlers?
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What was the significance of the Shirt Wearer status?
What was the significance of the Shirt Wearer status?
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What was the nature of Crazy Horse's relationship with the Thunder Being?
What was the nature of Crazy Horse's relationship with the Thunder Being?
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Study Notes
The Significance of the Black Hills
- The Black Hills hold spiritual essence and are the center of the universe for the Lakota Nation
- The Lakota word for the Black Hills is "Hey Sapa" or "Paha Sapa"
- The Black Hills are a sacred place where Crazy Horse understood, respected, and died for
Crazy Horse's Life
- Born around 1840 in the Black Hills
- Lived to 1877
- Known for his bravery in battles, including the Fort Fetterman fight and the Battle of the Little Bighorn
- Had a mystical and humble nature, often seeking guidance from spirits and the land
- Was given the name "Crazy Horse" due to his curly hair and light skin, which were unusual among his people
Vision Quest and War Medicine
- Crazy Horse received a sacred vision at the age of 14, which gave him the power of war medicine
- His war medicine was symbolized by lightning design marks on his arms and legs
- The Thunder Being was his protector and guided his life
Humility and Leadership
- Crazy Horse was a humble person, taught by his mentor and uncle, Hai Backbone
- He rose to power as a warrior and leader due to his bravery and humility
- He was appointed a Shirt Wearer, a status shirt made of leather and decorated with personal designs
Defense of the Black Hills
- Crazy Horse spoke out against the selling of the Black Hills and the intrusion of settlers
- He was part of the Grand Council at Bear Butte, where he reminded the people of the importance of their ways, traditions, culture, and language
- He led the defense against the US, including the defeat of William J. Fetterman and the eventual closure of the forts
The Battle of the Little Bighorn
- Crazy Horse acted as a decoy, leading the US soldiers into a trap, resulting in a great victory for the Lakota and Cheyenne
- The battle was a turning point in the war, and the Lakota declared a victory over the US
Surrender and Death
- Crazy Horse surrendered in late April 1877, along with other leaders, due to the dwindling of the buffalo herds and the desperation of the people
- He was sent to Camp Robinson, where he was arrested and eventually killed in a scuffle with soldiers
- His death was a result of his refusal to back down from the notion that he would protect his people's way of life
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Learn about the life and legacy of Crazy Horse, a Lakota war leader, and the significance of the Black Hills in Native American culture and history. Discover his early life, vision quest, and leadership, as well as his role in defending the Black Hills against US forces.
