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Portrait of Joseph Brant (Thayendanegea)
Six Nations
Joseph Brant (Thayendanegea)
Mohawk Statesman

Joseph Brant (Thayendanegea)

1743–1807Six Nations
Mohawk Captain

Most Important Quote

We are free, and our lands are not for sale.
Joseph Brant (Thayendanegea)

Biography

Mohawk leader who allied with Britain to defend Haudenosaunee lands, then negotiated for his people on both sides of the new border.

Stances

Sovereignty of the Six Nations above either crown or congress.

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