Winnebago Scouts
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NevaP
N 42° 14.736 W 096° 28.373
14T E 708489 N 4680137
The marker , which stands on the Winnebago reservation, relates history of the tribe.
Waymark Code: WM3RJH
Location: Nebraska, United States
Date Posted: 05/11/2008
Views: 19
The text of the Marker Reads:
In 1863, the Winnebago Indians were moved from their home in Minnesota to a barren reservation in Dakota Territory. Groups of Winnebago soon moved down the Missouri River to the Omaha Reservation in Nebraska. In March, 1865, the Winnebago used their own funds to purchase land from the Omaha. That land is now the Winnebago Reservation.
In early 1865, about 75 members of the Winnebago Tribe enlisted in the Nebraska Volunteers. Known as Company "A", Omaha Scouts, the unit took an active part in quelling the Indian uprising of 1865 and 1866. This army service exemplified the Winnebago's desire for peace and good relationships between the Indians and the white settlers.
In the summer of 1866, upon the return of the Winnebago veterans, a homecoming festival was held. Shortly thereafter, Chief Little Priest died of wounds received in army service. An annual memorial celebration is held in remembrance of his sacrifice. The year following his death, Little Priest's service flag was raised as a symbol of the tribe's allegiance to their country. This ceremony remains an important part of each celebration. Later the gatherings became known as the Annual Pow-wow.
To the honor of these brave and noble forebears with their rare wisdom and foresight, do we, the remnants of once a proud nation, dedicate this marker.
The marker , #44, was placed by the The Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska and the Historical Land Mark Council
Marker Name: Winnebago Scouts
Roadside: yes
Web Address if available:: [Web Link]
City: Not Listed
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Visit Instructions:
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1. Close up of historical marker
2. Picture of surrounding area (would prefer to have the marker in the picture also). Thanks!