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Chief Plenty Coups, born Buffalo Bull Facing The Wind (1848-1932), was the last principal chief of the Apsaalooke (Crow) tribe and a notable advocate for education. His leadership not only transformed the Apsaalooke people’s trajectory but also solidified his legacy as a respected diplomat. He fought to protect tribal lands from encroachment and was honored as the "Chief of All Chiefs" at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier's dedication in 1921. Plenty Coups emphasized the importance of education, urging his people to attain knowledge to ensure equality and strength.
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Chief Plenty Coups • He Lived from 1848 to 1932 and was given the name Buffalo Bull Facing The Wind. • Later the name Plenty Coups was given to him for the numerous deeds he had counted throughout his lifetime. • Was the last principal Chief of the Apsaalooke (Crow) Tribe. • Chief Plenty Coups was an advocate for education.
Accomplishments • Plenty Coups was not only a noted warrior but also a visionary. His Vision Quest changed the course of the Apsaalooke people. • He became a diplomat for the Apsaalooke people and he became well known, both nationally and internationally. • He was selected as the “Chief of All Chiefs” at the dedication of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on November 11, 1921.
Accomplishments • Plenty Coups was an active diplomat who protected the Crow Reservation from being open for sale to white people and divided by the railroad. • Plenty Coups left his home in Pryor, Montana to both Apsaalooke and Whites to be used as a park. • Above all else Plenty Coups as an advocate for his people and for education. He believed….
“Get a white man’s education. Without it you are the white man’s victim – with an education, you are his equal.” “ I would have you cling to the memories of your fathers. I would have you still go up onto the mountain and see visions so that your hearts may be clean and strong.”
