John Bush, a Black American provincial soldier, and one of the first of the Lake George school of horn engravers, became renowned for his intricate and artistic powder horn engravings. His contributions to the craft were significant, though his life was short and tragically ended after being captured in 1757 at the Battle of Fort William Henry during the French and Indian War.
Rate This Article LaMaster Arms: A Place for Enthusiasts, Collectors, Historians & Builders Brian LaMaster: Master Gunsmith, Craftsman, & Artist LaMaster Arms: A Place for Enthusiasts, Collectors, Historians & Builders Brian LaMaster: Master Gunsmith, Craftsman, & Artist LaMaster Arms buys, sells and provides consultations for antique firearms and [read more]
Rate This Article History of European Gorget as Native American Trade Items By Crazy Crow Trading Post ~ April 9, 2023 Credit Above 3 Photos: George Catlin and William Tate 1781 and George Catlin, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons History of European Gorget as Native American Trade Items [read more]
The story of the purchase of Manhattan is one of the most contentious and oft-disputed stories in American history. That modest sale has gone down in history as the biggest swindle ever perpetrated. The deal seems so unfair, some parties have even suggested that the island be returned to the "original" owners. But what may be the most surprising fact about the whole transaction is that in 1626, and for a long time afterward, both parties were very happy with it.
Rate This Article American Indian Flat Dance Fan Construction By Rex Reddick Reprinted from Whispering Wind: Vol. 33 No. 4 American Indian Flat Dance Fan Construction By Rex Reddick Reprinted from Whispering Wind: Vol. 33 No. 4 The flat fan is a favorite object that has been [read more]
Rate This Article What is an Indian Trader Providing a Cultural Bridge Through Commerce By Crazy Crow Trading Post ~ November 1, 2021 What is an Indian Trader Providing a Cultural Bridge Through Commerce By Crazy Crow Trading Post ~ November 1, 2021 Crazy Crow Trading Post [read more]
The history of frybread and the ultimate frybread-based meal that has evolved in its use as the base for an unlimited variety of tacos (replacing the “shells”). While the origin of frybread is linked to the Navajo “Long Walk” of 1864, it is often found at powwows and tribal events (and homes) from coast to coast. On an even broader scale, its popularity has spread well beyond native events so that today it can be found at all types and sizes of fairs or festivals throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Rate This Article Fry Bread Recipes From Various Tribes Tribal Variations of the Basic Fry Bread Recipe From Sacred Springs Powwow Blog ~ Nov 18, 2020 Fry Bread Recipes From Various Tribes Tribal Variations of the Basic Fry Bread Recipe From Sacred Springs Powwow Blog ~ Nov 18, [read more]
Rate This Article Brief History of Steel Fire Strikers and Fire Making The Iron Age Comes to North America By Crazy Crow Trading Post ~ June 30, 2021 Brief History of Steel Fire Strikers and Fire Making The Iron Age Comes to North America By Crazy Crow Trading [read more]
It is hard to imagine relatively ‘modern’ times without buttons for the uses known to them today. Yet it was not until 13th century Germany when buttons featuring that most important counterpart, buttonholes, were used to keep clothing closed and they also started to be used for fastening shoes, tunics, surcoats, hoods, etc. In Europe, close-fitting clothes became stylish among nobles and royalty, and buttons were used to help the garments fit more snugly around the wearer. By the 13th and 14th century, buttons were widespread throughout Europe.
