Nakoaktok Chief

Nakoaktok Chief and Copper Shield

You are viewing an important image of Nakoaktok Chief with Copper. It was taken in 1914 by Edward S. Curtis.

The picture shows Hakalahl, Nakoaktok chief, three-quarter length portrait, standing, facing front, holding copper Wanistakila ("takes everything out of the house"-a reference to its value).

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Image ID# 45052711
Ref: loc/Edward Curtis Collection

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This Photograph Comes from the Collection:

• Indians

And is Part of the Following Theme Groups:

• Indian Clothing and Dress

• Native Americans

• Portraits