Warriors, statesmen, prophets and scholars - The firmest of friends and most formidable of foes — There are heroes and heroines of many kinds in the often tragic yet inspiring saga of North American Indians.
Many of the Indian personalities whose lives are briefly described here were Chiefs — Some of them have become famous around the world. All were leaders in a great struggle to preserve treasured lands and lifeways.
With their tribesmen, they are inseparably linked to our country's history From its earliest beginnings through generations of growth.