Red Bird

Red Bird (c. 1788 – 1828) was a leader of the Winnebago (or Ho-Chunk) Native American tribe. He was a leader in the Winnebago War against the United States. He attacked settlers in the area of Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, but surrendered when American forces marched into Ho-Chunk territory. He died in prison in 1828 while awaiting trial.

Famous quotes containing the words red and/or bird:

    “You can’t be a Red if you’re married to a civil servant.”
    —Doris Lessing (b. 1919)

    “All your lovely words are spoken.
    Once the ivory box is broken,
    Beats the golden bird no more.”
    —Edna St. Vincent Millay (1892–1950)