15. Could they be the Sioux?
The Sioux had been allies in the Leavenworth Campaign, while the Rees were enemies. Note page [1].
Note on this page the vivid picture of the Indians riding in the fog.
24. The outflung feelers of a tribe a-stir
Meaning of “feelers”?
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8. And wasna!
Bison meat, shredded, dried, and mixed with bison tallow and dried bullberries, the mixture being packed in bladders.
11. But kinsman of the blood of daring men.
Actual “blood brotherhood” between Indian and White was not uncommon and bravery and loyalty were the basis of such relation.