White Bull, Phillip Cook, Cheyenne warrior and leader (c. 1850-1900s), 1869-1939
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Phillip Cook, also known as "White Bull," was a Cheyenne warrior and leader in the late 19th century. He was a member of the Northern Cheyenne and played a significant role in the tribe's resistance against the U.S. government's forced removal of the Cheyenne from their traditional lands.
Cook fought in several battles against the U.S. Army, including the Battle of the Rosebud in 1876, where he served as a warrior under the leadership of Crazy Horse. He also fought at the Battle of Little Bighorn, where he was wounded but survived the battle.
After the defeat of the Cheyenne and Lakota at the Battle of the Little Bighorn, Cook and his people were forced to flee to Canada, where they lived in exile for several years before being allowed to return to the United States. Cook continued to advocate for his people and their rights, and he played a role in several negotiations with the U.S. government, including the signing of the 1890 agreement that established the Northern Cheyenne Reservation in Montana.
Cook died in 1929, but his legacy as a Cheyenne warrior and leader is still remembered and celebrated today. He was known for his bravery, intelligence, and compassion, and he played a significant role in the history of the Cheyenne people.
Cheyenne Indian
Cook fought in several battles against the U.S. Army, including the Battle of the Rosebud in 1876, where he served as a warrior under the leadership of Crazy Horse. He also fought at the Battle of Little Bighorn, where he was wounded but survived the battle.
After the defeat of the Cheyenne and Lakota at the Battle of the Little Bighorn, Cook and his people were forced to flee to Canada, where they lived in exile for several years before being allowed to return to the United States. Cook continued to advocate for his people and their rights, and he played a role in several negotiations with the U.S. government, including the signing of the 1890 agreement that established the Northern Cheyenne Reservation in Montana.
Cook died in 1929, but his legacy as a Cheyenne warrior and leader is still remembered and celebrated today. He was known for his bravery, intelligence, and compassion, and he played a significant role in the history of the Cheyenne people.
Cheyenne Indian
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Indians [original terminology], Cheyenne-Arapaho Land Communication, 1912-1913
File — Box: 2, Folder: 28
Identifier: CAC_CC_039_3_2_28_0000
Scope and Contents
Indians [original terminology], Cheyenne-Arapaho Land correspondence on educational issues land proceeds and concerns about tribal growth. Representatives from the tribe: Cloud Chief - Well know leader from the Cheyenne tribe
Chief Old Crow - "Old Crow" was a prominent leader of the Cheyenne tribe in the late 19th century.
R.G. Valentine - Robert Grosvenor Valentine was a widely known lawyer and the Commissioner of Indian Affairs in the Taft administration
Phillip Cook, also known...