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Man's Shirt
Not on view
Red Cloud, a revered Lakota chief, was photographed in this garment called a scalp shirt. The fringe of human hair symbolizes brave deeds and represents the people whose safety the warrior pledged to protect. Small patches of glass trade beads on the dark-blue painted panel allude to stars in the night sky. Many remember Chief Red Cloud for his bravery as a warrior and for his great abilities as a statesman.
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