Oglala Sioux Tribe Members Present Ultimatum to Federal Authorities
Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0003
Dates
- 1972-1974
- 92nd Congress (1971-1973)
- 93rd Congress (1973-1975)
Scope and Contents
The Oglala Sioux tribe, which occupies the Wounded Knee area, has issued an ultimatum to the US government. They are demanding that all federal forces retreat from the area, that they be allowed to govern themselves, and that food and supplies be brought in. The ultimatum was presented by Russell Means, who is acting as a spokesman for the tribe.
Extent
1 pages
Creator
unknown
Congress 92nd (1971-1973); 93rd (1973-1975)
Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims
Tribal Affiliation Oglala Sioux
Congress 92nd (1971-1973); 93rd (1973-1975)
Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims
Tribal Affiliation Oglala Sioux
Source
- Camp, John N. "Happy", 1908-1987 (Person)
- TypeDeliverableUnit
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository