Geronimo

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  • Geronimo was an Apache Indian military and spiritual leader who fought against the United States government. He led many raids against Mexican and United States forces in rebellion against Native American relocation programs. For 25 years, Geronimo successfully defended his tribal lands from the encroaching white settlers and U.S. military forces. He eventually surrendered and was held as a prisoner of war in Fort Sill, Oklahoma, for several years before his death in 1909, at age 89.

    The great-grandson of Geronimo, Harlyn Geronimo, filed a lawsuit in an attempt to reclaim what he believes are the remains of his ancestor on February 17, 2009.Courant: Lawsuit Renews Mystery Of Geronimo's Skull (February 19, 2009)

  • Geronimo's Remains

    On February 17, 2009, a lawsuit was filed by the great-grandson of Geronimo, Harlyn Geronimo, to try to get back what may be Geronimo's remains. Although no direct evidence of the grave being disturbed has come to light, a rumor that members of the Skull and Bones society at Yale university may have stolen Geronimo's skull. A letter written by a former society member states that this is what happened. Additional remains may be located at Fort Sill, where Geronimo died and was buried.Courant: Lawsuit Renews Mystery Of Geronimo's Skull (February 19, 2009) The lawsuit was filed under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act. However, the leader of the Apache tribe of Fort Sill has stated that it may protest the action.NBC: Fort Sill may protest return of Geronimo remains February 20, 2009)

  • Quotes

    1. "I was born on the prairies where the wind blew free and there was nothing to break the light of the sun. I was born where there were no enclosures."
    2. "I was no chief and never had been, but because I had been more deeply wronged than others, this honor was conferred upon me, and I resolved to prove worthy of the trust."
    3. "I am thankful that the President Of the United States has given me permission to tell my story. I hope that he and those in authority under him will read my story and judge whether my people have been rightly treated."

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