Running Eagle
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Running Eagle (Pi'tamaka) was a Native American woman and war chief[2][3] of the Blackfeet Tribe known for her success in battle.[4][5]
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Pi'tamaka, Pita Omarkan (Running Eagle)[1] | |
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Otaki | |
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Piegan Blackfoot leader | |
Personal details | |
Born | Southern Alberta, Canada |
Died | After 1878 |
Cause of death | Killed by Flathead tribe while stealing horses for a battle |
Known for | Rescued her father after an enemy tribe shot his horse |
Nickname | Brown Weasel Woman |
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