Gray Mountain
Storytelling is one of the most important aspects of Navajo culture. Not only does it continue to develop a rich legacy like many indigenous cultures, but it also reminds young people of their family lines. Many people think of the narrative as entertainment for children, but it helps maintain tradition and vocabulary for the Diné. Laura Tohe, a fellow English professor at ASU and Navajo people, was born and told that transmitting these rituals is an important way of life for their tribe. Stories convey values, language, memories, principles and philosophy to the next generation.
Gray Mountain
Iron Tail, 1905
Chief Iron Tail, Born Sinté Máza, of the Oglala Lakota nation, grew to lead the Lakota tribe and was even at the Wild West Show in Buffalo Bill in the 1800s. Major Israel McCreight, an American Indian culture expert from the 19th century, described Iron Tail as: “Not a war chief, but a smart advisor and diplomat always dignified, calm, never boastful. He also performed at the Wild West Show and many people saw his performance so he decided to continue working with Wild Bill until 1913.
Iron Tail, 1905
