Bill Winneshiek facts for kids
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| Position: | Center / Guard | ||
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| Born: | December 24, 1894 Winnebago County, Iowa |
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| Died: | September 15, 1949 (aged 56) Wilmington, Delaware |
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| Height: | 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) | ||
| Weight: | 180 lb (82 kg) | ||
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| College: | Carlisle Indian | ||
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| Oorang Indians (1922) | |||
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William Phineus Winneshiek, also known as NahiSonwahika, was a professional football player. He was born on December 24, 1892, and passed away on September 15, 1949. Bill played in the National Football League (NFL) during the 1922 season. He was part of a special team called the Oorang Indians. This team was unique because all its players were Native Americans. The famous Jim Thorpe was their coach. Bill was a member of the Ho-Chunk (or Winnebago) tribe.
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Early Life and Education
Bill Winneshiek's father helped him attend the Carlisle Indian School. This school was located in Pennsylvania. Bill studied there from 1911 to 1915.
Discovering Football
At Carlisle, Bill became good friends with Jim Thorpe. It was there that he discovered his love for football. This passion would later lead him to play in the NFL.
Beyond the Football Field
Bill Winneshiek had many talents and interests beyond football. He was a very busy person.
Assistant Coach
After his time as a player, Bill became an Assistant Football Coach. He coached at Lebanon Valley College. This showed his continued dedication to the sport.
A Talented Musician
Bill was also a professional musician. He played in a group called Chief Winneshiek's All Indian Band. This band allowed him to share his musical talents.
Antarctic Explorer
In an exciting adventure, Bill traveled to the Antarctic. He went with Admiral Byrd. This journey shows his adventurous spirit.
Family Life
Bill Winneshiek built a family with his wife, Marie Marguerite Zerbe. Marie was an elementary school teacher. Her father was a local doctor.
Their Children
Bill and Marie had two children. Their son was named William Sherwood Winneshiek. He became a pilot and flew many missions during World War II. He later became a director of communications at NORAD. Their daughter, Doris Winona Winneshiek, became a nurse and a writer.
