Tasunke Witko

Told from the perspective of contemporary Lakota people, this video explores the life of Crazy Horse (Tasunke Witko). Viewers see the natural world of the Dakotas, Nebraska, Wyoming, and Montana that Crazy Horse knew. His spiritual nature is discussed, as are his unique qualities as a leader. The final portion of the video examines his role at the Battle of Little Bighorn, his resistance against reservation life, and his violent death at Fort Robinson in 1877. Lakota people share what Crazy Horse means in their world today. The video features original music created for this story. Sharing their insights are Lakota historians Jace DeCory, Donovin Sprague, and Wilmer Mesteth.