La Flesche, Susette, 1854-1903

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Dates:
Birth 1854
Death 1903
Gender:
Female
Native Americans, Americans,
English, Siouan languages,

Biographical notes:

Native American member of the Omaha tribe; first woman advocate for her people; author; lecturer. Also known by English translation of her Native American name, Inshta Theumba-- "Bright Eyes."

From the description of Susette La Flesche letter to Mrs. Houghton [manuscript], 1881 Jan 14. (University of Virginia). WorldCat record id: 191118940

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Subjects:

  • Indian Removal, 1813-1903
  • Omaha Indians
  • Ponca Indians

Occupations:

  • Activist
  • Teachers
  • Authors
  • Editors
  • Illustrators
  • Interpreters
  • Lecturers

Places:

  • NE, US
  • NE, US

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