Hoo-wan-ne-ka

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Hoo-wan-ne-ka, also known as Little Elk, is a prominent figure featured in the renowned 19th-century publication "History of the Indian Tribes of North America" by Thomas L. McKenney and James Hall. This work, published in three volumes between 1836 and 1844, is celebrated for its detailed and vivid portraits of Native American leaders, accompanied by biographical sketches and historical accounts. Hoo-wan-ne-ka, a chief of the Ho-Chunk (Winnebago) tribe, is one of the many Native American leaders whose likeness and story were immortalized in this seminal work.

The portrait of Hoo-wan-ne-ka, like others in the series, was originally painted by Charles Bird King, a noted artist commissioned by McKenney, who was the Superintendent of Indian Affairs at the time. These portraits were later reproduced as hand-colored lithographs by various artists, including Henry Inman, and were instrumental in preserving the visual heritage of Native American leaders during a period of significant upheaval and displacement.

Hoo-wan-ne-ka's inclusion in McKenney and Hall's publication underscores the importance of his leadership and the role of the Ho-Chunk tribe in the broader narrative of Native American history. The biographical sketch accompanying his portrait provides insights into his life, leadership, and the challenges faced by his people during the early 19th century, a time marked by forced relocations and treaties that often undermined the sovereignty of Native American tribes.

The "History of the Indian Tribes of North America" remains a valuable resource for historians, anthropologists, and art historians, offering a window into the lives and cultures of Native American tribes as seen through the lens of contemporary 19th-century observers. The work is also a testament to the complex and often fraught relationships between the United States government and Native American nations during this period.

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