Tishominko

Chickasaw Leader

Tishominko, meaning "speaker for the leader," is remembered as one of the last hereditary minkos of the Chickasaws. There is some evidence that this individual was formerly known as "Okoye" and later as "Tisshumastubbe" before attaining the title of Tishominko. He evidently held the title of Tishominko so long that it stuck to him as a personal name.

Tishominko was admired for his integrity and wisdom, and he was a well-respected leader. Tishominko led by example, often heading into battle alongside his fellow Chickasaw warriors. The influential leader also served with special distinction in the U.S. military Tishominko took part in the signing of several historic treaties throughout his lifetime. He presided as Leader of the Tishomingo Districts until the Chickasaws were forced to relocate to lands in Oklahoma. It is documented that Tishominko died in 1838, at Brushy Creek, Choctaw Nation, inside Indian Territory, at the age of 80.

Today, the capital city of the Chickasaw Nation carries the name of this influential leader. An image of Tishominko is featured on the Great Seal of the Chickasaw Nation, proudly symbolizing what it means to be Chickasaw.

Served with distinction in the U.S. military, including the Battle of Fallen Timbers, the Red Stick Conflict with the Muscogee-Creeks and the War of 1812 in the 39th U.S. Infantry
Principle signatory of the Treaty with the Chickasaw and U.S. of 1816 (also known as Treaty of the Chickasaw Council House), the Treaty with the Chickasaw and U.S. of 1818 (also known as Treaty of Old Town) and the Treaty with the Chickasaw and U.S. of 1832 (also known as Treaty of Pontotoc Creek)
Tishomingo, Oklahoma is named after him
Inducted into the Chickasaw Hall of Fame in 2011

This influential Chickasaw is remembered as one of the last great minkos

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