Biography

Season 3 Episode 71: Sitting Bull: Chief of the Lakota Nation

One of the last great leaders of the Native American Resistance, Sitting Bull earned his place in history with his stunning victory in the Battle at Little Bighorn-but his life encompassed much more than one battle. Biography journeys back to the fading days of the Old West for a comprehensive history of the Sioux medicine man. Hear period accounts that narrate his many battles with early settlers and learn how he revised the Native American strategy and created more effective fighters. Discover how he masterminded the victory at Custer's Last Stand and trace the tragic last days of his life, from his position in Buffalo Bill's "Wild West Show" to his captivity and death. Sitting Bull: Chief of the Lakota Nation presents a moving and remarkable portrait of one of the last great Native American warriors.

Genre:

Documentary

Seasons:

27

Episodes:

356

Cast:

Quality:

HD

Duration:

60 min

First Air:

1987

Rating:

6.7