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Crowfoot, Blackfoot Chief

No one knows exactly where Crowfoot was born or his exact age upon his death in 1890. Crowfoot was believed to have had ten wives during his lifetime, one of which was the sister of Blood Chief Red Crow. This marriage made for close ties between the two groups. He was known for courage and success in battle and was the "Chief of Chiefs" for his wisdom and speaking ability. Crowfoot also had the unique habit of carrying an umbrella with him as he travelled across the prairies.

Concerned for the well-being of his people, Crowfoot agreed to the development of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, who hoped to end whiskey trading and enforce the law. He was also a leader in the signing of Treaty 7 at the Blackfoot Crossing on the Bow River. In 1877, Crowfoot and Sitting Bull (Sioux Chief) smoked a peace pipe and agreed to share hunting territory. Crowfoot did not support the Riel Rebellion in 1885, choosing instead to honour his ties to the Queen and the Treaty in hopes of peace. Crowfoot sent a telegraph to the Prime Minister informing him of his decision and loyalty to the Queen. In return, he received a lifetime pass for the Canadian Pacific Railway and $50.

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