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n. - A famous chief of the Shawnee who tried to unite Indian tribes against the increasing white settlement (1768-1813).

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  • He points out that "Tecumtha" is the proper spelling for the iconic warrior and uniter more commonly known as Tecumseh.
  • In 1804 the Friends established an industrial farm on the upper Wabash, where for several years they instructed Miami, Shawnee, and others until forced to withdraw to Ohio by...
  • American in feeling, he was appointed first government agent for the upper Missouri River tribes, and by his great influence with them held them steady for the United States...
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