Tina Manning facts for kids
Tina Manning (born January 18, 1950 – died February 12, 1979) was an important activist for water rights. She was a member of the Paiute and Shoshone tribes. Tina was married to John Trudell, who was also a well-known activist.
Tina was the daughter of Arthur and Leah Hicks Manning. Her father, Arthur Manning, was the leader, or tribal chairman, of the Shoshone-Paiute Tribes. These tribes live on the Duck Valley Indian Reservation in northern Nevada. Tina went to college at Bacone College in Muskogee, Oklahoma.
Tina Manning's Important Work
Tina Manning was known for her work as a water rights activist. This means she worked to protect the rights of her people to have access to water. Water is very important for life, farming, and the traditions of many Native American tribes. Activists like Tina help make sure these rights are respected.
A Tragic Loss
On February 12, 1979, Tina Manning and her family faced a terrible tragedy. She died in a house fire on the Duck Valley Indian Reservation. Her unborn baby, Josiah Hawk, also died, along with her three other children: Ricarda Star, Sunshine Karma, and Eli Changing Sun. Tina's mother also passed away in the fire.
Tina's father, Arthur Manning, was the only person who survived the fire. The reason for the fire was never found out.
