Tishomingo (Chickasaw leader) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Tishomingo
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| Tishu Minco | |
Marker in tribute to Tishomingo, on County Road 503 in Lee County, Mississippi.
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| Born | c. 1758 Mississippi, U.S.
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| Died | c. 1838 (about age 80 years old) Brushy Creek, Choctaw Nation, Indian Territory
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| Title | Chief of the Chickasaw nation |
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| Allegiance |  United States |
| Campaigns | Indian Wars War of 1812 |
Tishomingo (also known as Tishominko) was a respected chief of the Chickasaw nation. His name, Tishu Minco, means "warrior chief" in the Chickasaw language. He lived from around 1735 until about 1837.
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A Brave Warrior and Leader
Tishomingo was born in Mississippi around 1735. He was known for being honest and having high moral standards. He was also a very brave warrior.
Serving the United States
Tishomingo fought alongside the U.S. Army in several important conflicts.
- He fought against the Shawnee people in the Northwest Territory.
- For his service, he received a special silver medal from President George Washington.
- He also fought in the Creek War against the Creeks.
- During the War of 1812, Tishomingo served under Andrew Jackson, who later became president.
Life After War and Forced Relocation
After the War of 1812, Tishomingo went back to his farm. However, white settlers began to move onto his land.
Treaties and the Trail of Tears
Tishomingo traveled to important cities like Philadelphia and Washington, D.C.. He signed several treaties, which are agreements between groups of people. These treaties included those from 1816, 1818, and the 1832 Treaty of Pontotoc.
Sadly, a final treaty in 1837 forced Tishomingo and his family to move far away. They had to relocate to what was called Indian Territory. This forced journey was part of a sad time in history known as the "Trail of Tears". Many Native American tribes were forced to leave their homes.
Tishomingo's Final Days
According to his son, Richard, Tishomingo passed away around 1838. He died on Brushy Creek in the Choctaw Nation, which was part of the Indian Territory. His wife, U Kuth Le Ya, also died on the same day. Two Chickasaw warriors who fought with Tishomingo witnessed their burials.
Tishomingo's Lasting Legacy
Tishomingo's name lives on in many places, honoring his memory.
- Tishomingo County in Mississippi is named after him.
- The town of Tishomingo in Mississippi also carries his name.
- You can visit Tishomingo park in Mississippi.
- The capital of the Chickasaw Nation in Oklahoma is also named Tishomingo.
