Document written by Indian Agent Lawrence Taliaferro recognizing Wacouta as Tatanka Mani's successor, May 17, 1829.

Hand written document recognizing "Wahcoota" as Tatanka Mani's successor, May 17, 1829.

Description

After the death of Tatanka Mani (Walking Buffalo, also known as Red Wing) in 1829, Lawrence Taliaferro, the United States Indian Agent at Fort Snelling, recognized Wacouta as Tatanka Mani's successor.

Holding Location

Minnesota Historical Society

Articles

Wacouta I (Shooter), ca. 1800–1858

Topics

Native Americans