Hugh A. Dempsey
A fearless and successful warrior as a young man, Red Crow went on to become a
wise leader. He guided his people through the difficult early years on the reserve. He
led them toward better education and to be self sufficient. From 1870 to 1900, Red
Crow was head chief of the Blood tribe, part of the Blackfoot Nation. For more
than two decades, he dominated the affairs of the largest reserve in Canada. He kept
his people at peace but never let them surrender their pride and dignity. He was an
important leader and a significant Canadian, but until this book was first published in
1980, Red Crow had been ignored in the pages of history. Hugh Dempsey's
research and interviews with members of the Blood Tribe, including Frank Red
Crow, the chief's adopted son, tells the story of his influence that is still felt today on
the Blood Reserve in southern Alberta.
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