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Black Elk (Lakota/Sioux Medicine Man)

Jimmy Akin's Mysterious World

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Black Elk's Childhood

Nicholas Black Elk was close to his mother's father, a beloved grandfather who gave him a bow and arrows. Boys aspired to being a warrior since dying in battle was the greatest thing an Indian could do. Despite times of rugged play, Black Elk's childhood had its lighter moments. Pranks also had their place.

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