Chief Manuelito or Hastiin Chʼil Haajiní ("Sir Black Reeds", "Man of the Black Plants Place") (c. 1818–1893) was one of the principal headmen of the Diné people before, during and after the …

Nov 5, 2009 · Manuelito (1818–1893)who for many years was the most influential chief among the Navajoes. Latterly he lost much of his influence in consequence of his intemperate habits, …

Standing over six feet tall, Manuelito was determined to become a war leader and fought his first battle at Narbona Pass in 1835 when 1000 Mexicans from New Mexico were attacking the …

Jan 1, 2025 · Manuelito (died 1893, Navajo Reservation, New Mexico Territory, U.S.) was a Navajo chief known for his strong opposition to the forced relocation of his people by the U.S. …

Chief Manuelito was one famous leader of Native Americans. His leadership spanned across the Long Walk period, and after that. He was one of the Navajo leaders who actively protected the …

Dec 2, 2010 · The discovery of an as yet unpublished photograph of Chief Manuelito has sparked a flurry of interest in the Navajos' most famous war chief - and connected his biographer and...

Aug 17, 2020 · Introduction -- Recovering Diné intellectual traditions : at the intersection of history and oral tradition; or, "It's hard work traipsing around in Indian country" -- A biographical …

Manuelito served as head chief from 1870 to 1884, when he was succeeded by Henry Chee Dodge. He was also selected in 1872 to head the Indian Police force on the reservation. He …

Nov 19, 2023 · Manuelito Navajo, the legendary Native American leader, was a figure who defied all odds and left an indelible mark on history. Born into a world of turmoil and uncertainty, his …

Aug 27, 2022 · Chief Manuelito (Hastiin Chʼil Haajiní) was one of the principal headmen of the Diné Navajo people before, during and after the devastating 1864 "Long Walk" period when …