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Homoseh quahote (Sicihoot), War Chief of the Mojaves, at Fort Mojave, Arizona, 1868
Mohave leader
Preceded by	Unknown
Succeeded by	Empote quatacheech
Personal details
Born	Unknown Arizona
Died	Unknown Fort Mohave

Homoseh quahote (pronounced "Ho-mo-seh kwa-ho-te") was an important leader of the Mohave people. His name means "orator of the stars" in the Mojave language. He was also known by other names like Seck-a-hoot or Sicihoot. He lived from around 1800 to 1872.

A Mohave Leader

Homoseh quahote stands with a group of Mohave people at Fort Mojave, Arizona, in 1868.

Homoseh quahote belonged to the Malika clan of the Mohave people. He held a special leadership role called Aha macave pipataho. A tribal elder explained that this title meant he was a leader "looked up to by the people because of the kind of person he was." This shows he was respected and admired by his community.

Changes in Leadership

In 1861, Homoseh quahote stepped down from his position as leader. Another important Mohave leader named Irataba took his place. Irataba led the Mohave for several years, possibly until 1866 or 1867.

However, by 1870, Homoseh quahote had become the leader again. This shows his strong connection to his people and his ability to regain their trust.

Later Life and Legacy

The exact year Homoseh quahote passed away is not known. The last official records mentioning him from the Fort Mohave Indian Reservation are from 1872. After his death, his son, Empote quotacheech, became the new leader of the Mohave people.

In 1867, Homoseh quahote was involved in a serious event near Fort Mohave. He was part of a group that confronted some Hualapai individuals. This happened after the Hualapai group had attacked American miners in the area. This shows the complex challenges and conflicts that leaders faced during that time.