Quiscat facts for kids
Quiscat was an important Native American chief in the 1700s. He belonged to the Tawakoni tribe, who lived in what is now East Central Texas. Chief Quiscat worked to create peace between his people and the Spanish, who governed Texas at that time.
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Chief Quiscat: A Leader for His People
Quiscat was a respected leader of the Tawakoni people. The Tawakoni were a Native American tribe living in a region that is now part of East Central Texas. In the 1700s, this area was often a place of conflict between Native American tribes and the Spanish.
Working for Peace with Spain
In 1772, Chief Quiscat made a journey to San Antonio. His goal was to talk with the Spanish leaders and end the fighting between their groups. From 1690 to 1821, Spain controlled Texas as a colony called "Kingdom of Texas." Chief Quiscat's efforts aimed to bring peace during this time.
The Tawakoni Village of El Quiscat
A main village of the Tawakoni tribe was named after Chief Quiscat. It was located on the banks of the Brazos River, close to where the city of Waco, Texas is today. The Spanish also called this village "El Quiscat."
The village was on the west side of the river, built on a bluff that looked over several springs. Around 750 people lived there during that time.
Visitors to the Village
At least two important visitors came to the village of El Quiscat:
- Athanase de Mézières visited in 1779.
- Pedro Vial stayed there for several weeks in 1786. He was recovering from injuries.
The village was still mentioned in records as late as 1795. However, there are no documents that explain what happened to the village after that time.
