Tag Archives: Lakota values
Celebrating Billy Mills, Native Athlete and Advocate
Billy Mills became the first Native American to win the Olympic Gold Medal for the 10,000-meter run in 1964… on March 6, South Dakota Celebrates Billy Mills Day to recognize his achievements.
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Native Chiefs & Leaders: Black Elk
What we can learn from the life and quotes of Oglala Lakota holy man Black Elk. Discussed by Murray Lee, a blogger for National Relief Charities.
Posted in Humanitarian Also tagged Black Elk, Crazy Horse, holy man, Indian Reorganization Act, Little Bighorn, Native American, Oglala, Wounded Knee 1 Comment