Jerome (1829-1909), leader of the chiricahuas apaches, is known for his innovative military strategy: his resistance to the whites and his extraordinary guerrilla tactics only came to the minds of the Indians, not those who were not. Born in the south of Atizona, his apache name was Goyathlay, which means "the one who steals", and after several risky incursions, the Mexicans gave him the Spanish name.
In 1859, the Sonora military governor's wife, three children and mother were murdered by his soldiers. Geronimo committed to retaliation and joined Cochise, the leader of the chiricahua apaches. Together, they attacked Sonora and caused the death of many enemy soldiers. In subsequent years, several cities in Mexico were the target of attacks.
Despite his lack of ancestry, he often played the role of spokesman for his community. Jerónimo and other chiricahuas escaped to Mexico after being forcibly transferred to the arid lands of San Carlos in 1876. However, they were arrested and returned to the new reserve. In 1881, he re-attacked and finally surrendered in late 1886. The army moved him to Florida with his supporters and then to Fort Sill, Oklahoma, in 1894. Jerome adopted the profession of rancher. After his death, he attended the Louisiana Acquisition Exhibition in San Luis in 1904, sold souvenirs under his name and a year later participated in the inauguration parade of President Theodore Roosevelt's term in Washington.
Native American Cultures: Myths and magic
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This book challenges deep-seated stereotypes and offers an enriching perspective that contributes to a more comprehensive and respectful appreciation of the indigenous peoples of North America. Through an understanding of their myths and beliefs, we are taking an important step toward cultural reconciliation and the recognition of the diversity that has enriched the history of this continent.
These mythical stories, many of them linked to the literary genre of fantasy, reveal a world where the divine and the human intertwine in narratives that explain the cosmic order, creation, and the fundamental structure of the universe. Discover how these sacred tales bear witness to the deep connection of the natives with nature and spirituality.
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