Ceremonial Dancers at Fort Robinson, RG2063.PH000018-000002

ID: 146 ~ Source: RG2063 Lakota Indians, Nebraska State Historical Society ~ Date: circa 1907
This file appears in: Post Headquarters, 1905
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This shows two dancers performing for a crowd in front of the Headquarters Building at Fort Robinson. Commanding Officer of the 8th Cavalry, Colonel Henry P. Kingsbury, is seen wearing a cape to the left of the dancers. Several other Indians and whites, including several women, are seen in the background watching the activities. The group belong to Red Cloud's Band.

This file appears in: Post Headquarters, 1905

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The Post Headquarters was constructed in 1905. The Post Commander's office was located here, along with other administrative offices, post office, and the Fort's telephone exchange. An ornate…