What is another word for Chief Joseph?

Pronunciation: [t͡ʃˈiːf d͡ʒˈə͡ʊsəf] (IPA)

Chief Joseph, also known as Hin-mah-too-yah-lat-kekht (Thunder Rolling Down the Mountain), was a Nez Perce leader who played a pivotal role in the fight against Anglo-American settlers during the 19th century. Some alternative synonyms for Chief Joseph might include "tribal leader," "medal of freedom recipient," "peace advocate," or "resistance fighter." Additionally, Chief Joseph's efforts to protect his people's land and way of life have earned him the title of "warrior," "defender," and "courageous leader." He remains an important figure of both Native American history and American expansionism, his legacy and impact on history continue to inspire and educate.

What are the hypernyms for Chief joseph?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    chief, tribal leader, Native American Chief, Native American leader, Nez Perce Chief.

Famous quotes with Chief joseph

  • Inspired by the teachings of Smohalla, Chief Joseph of the Nez Percé in Idaho rebelled in 1877. Before he was trapped only thirty miles short of refuge in Canada, he had consistently outwitted and outfought a superior United States Army... although he forbade his warriors to scalp or to torture, the Whites massacred his women and children.
    Peter Farb
  • Yes, Shakespeare foremost and forever (Darwin too). But also teach about the excellence of pygmy bushcraft and Fuegian survival in the world's harshest climate. Dignity and inspiration come in many guises. Would anyone choose the tinhorn patriotism of George Armstrong Custer over the eloquence of Chief Joseph in defeat?
    Stephen Jay Gould

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