Glossary -Lakota Language Used In Story
1. Mugwump - A person who remains aloof or independent, especially from party politics.
2. Akicita - A Lakota word meaning warrior.
3. Ate - A Lakota word meaning Father
4. Wapiti - Another word for Elk, most commonly used by Lakota.
5. Teepees- A portable conical tent made of skins, cloth, or canvas on a frame of poles, used by American Indians of the Plains and Great Lakes regions.
6. Wampum - A type of shell from Northern America. Tribes often traded these shells for other items.
8. Tomahawk - A Native American Axe
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A Native Heart (A Wounded Knee Short Story)
Short Story**Disclaimer - I am not a historian. Just a girl who loves the history of civilization. There is always research done but I am not perfect. ** A historical short story about the massacre at Wounded Knee. That follows Makawee Yupiwee on her journey f...
