John Jolly
Cherokee leader (died 1838) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For the New Zealand cricketer, see John Jolly (cricketer).
John Jolly (Cherokee: Ahuludegi; also known as Oolooteka) was a leader of the Cherokee in Tennessee, the Arkansaw district of the Missouri Territory, and Indian Territory (now Oklahoma). After a reorganization of the tribal government around 1818, he was made Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation–West. Jolly was a wealthy slave-owning planter, cow rancher, and merchant. In many ways, he lived the life of a Southern planter.
Quick Facts Cherokee Nation–West leader, Preceded by ...
John Jolly | |
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Ahuludegi, Oolooteka | |
Cherokee Nation–West leader | |
Preceded by | Tahlonteeskee |
Succeeded by | John Looney |
Personal details | |
Died | 1838 Webbers Falls, Oklahoma |
Relations | Brother, Tahlonteeskee; Sister, Jenny Due; Nephews, John Rogers, John Rogers Jr.; Niece, Tiana Rogers, (wife of Sam Houston) |
Known for | Cherokee Leadership; first leader of the Old Settlers |
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