Image via Wikipedia The Pine Ridge Indian Reservation is the home of the Oglala Lakota or Sioux tribe, a band of the Oceti Sakowin (the Seven Council Fires of the Great Sioux Nation). The word Oglala means "they scatter their own" in the Lakota language.
In past times, the Oglala were generally the band that camped at the outer perimeter during gatherings of the Nation, serving as the protectors. Some famous Oglala leaders from the past include Chief Red Cloud and Crazy Horse.
From modern times, you may recognize the names of Russell Means and the White Plume family, well-known Oglala leaders and activists. Have you ever eaten a Tanka bar? They were developed right here at Thunder Valley.
And don't forget Olympic medalist Billy Mills, who grew up in Pine Ridge village.
In past times, the Oglala were generally the band that camped at the outer perimeter during gatherings of the Nation, serving as the protectors. Some famous Oglala leaders from the past include Chief Red Cloud and Crazy Horse.
From modern times, you may recognize the names of Russell Means and the White Plume family, well-known Oglala leaders and activists. Have you ever eaten a Tanka bar? They were developed right here at Thunder Valley.
And don't forget Olympic medalist Billy Mills, who grew up in Pine Ridge village.
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