339 American Indian Leaders: Past And Present (0-1)
This course will examine the definition of leadership as it relates to American
Indian issues. Consideration will be given to the nuances of leadership by
examining the social, cultural economic, and political situations that gave
cause for particular individuals to assume roles of Indian ranks with those
practiced by non-indian leaders. It will trace the evolving nature of
leadership within tribal nations and American Indian communitites from past to
present, as well as looking at Indian leadership roles in time of war and
peace. Lives of the major characters of American Indian historical record will
be reviewed, such as Geronimo, Crazy horse, Sitting Bull, Osceola, Tecumseh,
Pontic, Black Hawk, Quannah Parker, and Captain Jack. Also cross listed as
Anthropology 326.