2m 30s

Piominko Befriends the Americans

Brad Lieb

"Mountain Leader" Piominko has been called "the American Indians' George Washington."

1m

Piominko Died Believing Peace Was Coming

Brad Lieb

The great “Mountain Leader” Piominko was early to befriend the Americans.

1m 30s

Piominko's Military Jacket

Jeannie Barbour

The military jacket was introduced to the Chickasaws by George Washington when he gave one to Piominko as a gift.

1m 30s

George Washington Recognized Tribes as Sovereigns

Lisa Billy

George Washington believed in native people and recognized tribes in the U.S. Constitution as sovereign governments.