Portrait of Sam Wilson "George Walkingcloud"

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Description: 

Studio portrait of Sam Wilson, also known as George Walkingcloud. He is sitting on a stone wall studio prop in front of a painted backdrop. He is holding a fan that may have come from the 1893 Chicago World's Fair. In Sam's pocket is a savings account book from the bank in Black River Falls.

This photo was used in People of the Big Voice, published by Wisconsin Historical Society Press (2011), pg 228.

Cultural Narrative: 

Sam is holding a fan that may have come from the 1893 Chicago World's Fair. Many Ho-Chunks performed at this fair.

Traditionally, chokers like the one Sam is wearing were worn as armor to protect the throat during battle.

Traditional Knowledge: 

Sam Wilson is John Falson's oldest brother.

Sam Wilson was identified by Josie Lee, Eliza Green, and George A. Greendeer.

Location: 
Location Description: 

C.J. Van Schaick Photography Studio in Black River Falls, Wisconsin

Protocol: 
Hoocąk Museum Public
Community: 
Hoocąk Nation Museum and Cultural Center
Category: 
History, Photographs
Keywords: 
Black River Falls, Chicago World's Fair, chokers, Finger Weaving, hats, Men, Portrait, Studio Photography
Collections: 
David E. Haugstad Collection
Original Date: 
1898
Contributor: 
Charles Van Schaick, George A. Greendeer, Jessi Havens
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Identifier: 
2019.006.025