The Potawatomi Indians: The History, Trails and Chiefs of the Potawatomi Native American Tribe

by Otho Winger

This book recounts the history of the Potawatomi Native American tribe, from their early origins in Michigan near the western great lakes, to their most prominent appearances in history. Written by Otho Winger, a historian whose focus was upon the Native Americans, this book concerns Potawatomi history ranging back centuries. It detailing the tribes role in conflicts with incipient settlers, wherein the tribe's lands were pushed westerly. After the initial loss of lands, the European settlers represented by the United States offered to relocate the tribe to reservations hundreds of miles away in Kansas or Nebraska. While some accepted these terms, others managed to stay in Michigan or departed elsewhere. Despite such setbacks, the Potawatomi retained their pride, dignity and culture; this book, written in the 1930s, includes photographs of historic sights pertinent to the tribal history, and profiles of the greatest chieftains whose leadership allowed the tribe to flourish and strengthen its identity.

Genres: History

76 pages, Paperback

Published June 23, 2019

Reviews

[Jay Benedict]

This book is a history of a Native American tribe that resided in and around the area that I am from. While it is a very interesting book, it seems to just gloss over history of the Potawatomi and not really dive deep. At times it felt like reading a Wikipedia article. There are times when an event or a name was mentioned with no explanation as to what or who. It left me wanting more, which is most cases is a good thing, but in this case I wanted more for the sake of understanding.

This may have all been a positive though, because I am now even more interested in exploring the history of the Native Americans from my area and learn more about the events and names that I wish this book time the time to explore.