[Chief Crowfoot of the Blackfoot] - Portrait. - [1880s?].
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Portrait believed to be Chief Crowfoot of the Blackfoot.
Historical note:
The Blackfoot chief Crowfoot was born ca. 1830 near Belly River, AB, and died near Blackfoot Crossing, AB on 25 Apr 1890. Born a Blood, he grew up among the Blackfoot. As a teenager, he showed great bravery in a battle by advancing and striking a painted tipi in the hostile Crow camp.