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Running Wolf

A Cheyenne warrior who fought at the Washita River.

minor

Also known as The Wolf of Washita

First appearance: vii beecher s island

Running Wolf shows up with force in XII: High Noon on the Little Horn. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Fishing companion of Red Hawk; comments on the wind and the possibility of rain.
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GAGeorge Armstro…HGHugh GlassRHRed HawkRWRunning Wolf

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Character groups

  • Major Figures of the Indian Wars
  • Key Figures in Conflict
  • Lakota Warriors and Officer

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SetupEscalationClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Closing

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