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Reginald Oshkosh, Menominee Chief.
Reginald Oshkosh, Menominee Chief.
Reginald Oshkosh, Menominee Chief.
Reginald Oshkosh, Menominee Chief, obituary. Oshkosh Northwestern, March 18, 1931.
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Reginald Oshkosh, Menominee Chief
Photos of the day from 1927, Reginald Oshkosh, Menominee Chief
Reginald Oshkosh (1869-1931) was the grandson of the famous Chief Oshkosh (1795-1858) and son of Neopit Oshkosh, serving as a significant, possibly last, recognized Head Chief of the Menominee Tribe in the early 20th century, known for operating stores and continuing his family’s legacy during a complex time for his people.
Key Figures:
Chief Oshkosh (Grandfather): A revered Menominee leader from 1827-1858, instrumental in negotiating treaties to protect the Menominee homeland and promoting sustainable forestry.
Neopit Oshkosh (Father): Son of Chief Oshkosh.
Reginald Oshkosh (The Subject): Born 1869, died 1931; a leader, businessman, and grandson of Chief Oshkosh.
Reginald’s Role:
He was possibly the last legally recognized Head Chief of the Menominee Tribe, continuing the leadership lineage.
He ran a soft drink stand and tourist shop on the Menominee Reservation, engaging with both tribal members and the public.
He participated in events like the 1926 “Chief Oshkosh Day” in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, alongside other tribal members and city officials, connecting his people with the wider community.