Red Cloud Sioux Chief Famous American Indian Series No. 7 Postcard 1941-image
Red Cloud Sioux Chief Famous American Indian Series No. 7 Postcard 1941-image

Red Cloud Sioux Chief Famous American Indian Series No. 7 Postcard 1941

$ 7.07

Featured Person: Red Cloud Unit Type: Unit Type: Printed (Lithograph) Subject: Native American Famous People History Time Period Manufactured: 1940-1949 Postage Condition: Unposted Era: Linen (c.1930s-1945) Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Brand/Publisher: G. I. Groves Unit of Sale: Single Unit Year Manufactured: 1941 Country: United States Country of Origin: United States Unit Quantity: 1 brand: G. I. Groves Number of Items in Set: 1 Signed: No Region: Wyoming South Dakota Nebraska

Description

Red Cloud Sioux Chief Famous American Indian Series No. 7 Postcard 1941. Discover a compelling piece of American history with this vintage postcard featuring Red Cloud, the renowned Sioux Chief. This card, designated as No. 7 in the "Famous American Indian Series," presents a dignified portrait of Red Cloud in traditional regalia, including a feathered warbonnet, rendered in a striking monochrome print. The sepia-toned image captures the essence of this influential leader, making it a significant collectible for enthusiasts of Native American history and vintage ephemera. The reverse side of the postcard provides a detailed biographical sketch of Red Cloud, highlighting his birth in Nebraska in 1822, his role in the Fetterman massacre near Fort Kearney, Wyoming, in 1866, and his leadership in treaty negotiations. It also notes his passing in Pine Ridge, South Dakota, in 1909. Copyrighted in 1941 by G. I. Groves, this postcard offers a valuable historical record and a glimpse into the early 20th-century portrayal of prominent Indigenous figures. Its unposted condition preserves the original intent of this educational and commemorative series.

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