Amouskositte facts for kids
Amouskositte (also known as Amo-sgiasite) was a Cherokee leader in the 1700s. He was sometimes called the "Prince of Chota" and his name meant "Dreadful Water." Amouskositte was the son of Moytoy of Tellico, another important Cherokee leader.
Amouskositte lived in a town called Great Tellico. After his father, Moytoy, passed away, Amouskositte tried to become the main leader of the Cherokee people.
The "Emperor" and "First Beloved Man"
Amouskositte's father, Moytoy, had been given a special title: "Emperor of the Cherokee." A British official named Alexander Cuming had given Moytoy this title. It was meant to show Moytoy's importance to the British.
Amouskositte hoped to take on this title after his father. However, not many Cherokee people recognized him as their new "Emperor" or their First Beloved Man. The "First Beloved Man" was a very respected leader among the Cherokee.
Rise of New Leaders
By the year 1753, Amouskositte's influence began to fade. His town, Great Tellico, also became less important.
Instead, other leaders rose to power. A man named Kanagatucko, also known as Old Hop, became a very important leader. The town of Chota also grew in importance, becoming a central town for the Cherokee.
Amouskositte's attempt to lead the Cherokee after his father was not widely accepted. This shows how leadership among the Cherokee was decided by the people, not just by family ties.
| Preceded by Moytoy of Tellico |
First Beloved Man 1741–1753 |
Succeeded by Kanagatucko |
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