Black Hawk

Black Hawk (Ma-ka-tai-me-she-kia-kiak) was a Sauk leader and warrior who lived in the 18th and 19th centuries. He is best known for his autobiography, 'Life of Ma-ka-tai-me-she-kia-kiak or Black Hawk,' which recounts his experiences and the Black Hawk War. His narrative provides a crucial Indigenous perspective on American expansion and conflict.