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Two Strike, 1832-1915

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1832 - 1915

Biography

wo Strike, 1832-1915, leader of the Brulé Sioux, also known as Two Strikes, Nomkahpa, Nom-pa-ap'a, or Knocks Two Off, who played a major role in Plains Indians events and diplomacy during the latter part of the 19th century, he surrendered on Jan. 15, 1891, and shortly after went to Washington, D.C. as part of a delegation seeking improved conditions for his people, he was buried on Pine Ridge Reservation.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Portrait of Chief Two Strike, Crow Dog and High Hawk, approximately 1890

 Item — Box 1: [Barcode: 31197233280335], Folder: 11
Identifier: MSS P 16 Item 165
Dates: approximately 1890
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections / MSS P 16, Walter Mason Camp photograph collection

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