Lozen: The Priestess and Warrior of the Apache
Lozen, born around 1840, remains one of the most remarkable figures in Apache history. A Two-Spirit individual, she was not only a formidable warrior but also a revered priestess and prophet of the Chihenne Chiricahua Apache. Her life was a unique blend of martial skill and deep spiritual insight, which she used to protect and […]
Victorio: The Legendary Apache Leader and Master of Guerrilla Warfare
Victorio, born around 1825, stands as a towering figure in the history of the Apache people. As a legendary leader of the Mimbreño Apache, his exceptional skills in guerrilla warfare and unwavering resistance against both Mexican and American forces have cemented his place as one of the most respected and revered leaders among the Apache. […]
The Chiricahua Apache at Castillo de San Marcos: A Chapter of Resilience and Suffering
The Chiricahua Apache at Castillo de San Marcos: A Chapter of Resilience and Suffering In the late 19th century, the iconic Castillo de San Marcos in St. Augustine, Florida—known at the time as Fort Marion—played a dark role in the history of the Chiricahua Apache. This historic fort, originally built by the Spanish in the […]
Erónimo: The Shamanic Leader of the Apache People
Erónimo, born on June 16, 1829, in Arizpe Municipality, Mexico, and passing away on February 17, 1909, at Fort Sill, OK, was not just a distinguished military leader; he was a revered shaman and medicine man of the Bedonkohe band of the Ndendahe Apache people. His life and legacy are deeply rooted in the spiritual […]