Hanging Cloud

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Hanging Cloud (Ojibwa name Ahshahwaygeeshegoqua) was an Ojibwa woman who was a full warrior among her people, and was the only woman to ever become one. She wore war paint, carried full weapons, and took part in battles, raids and hunting parties. She was a full member of the war council, performed war dances, and participated in all warrior ceremonies. Her father was Nanawonggabe, an Ojibwa chief from the area of Lake Superior. She lived in the 19th century.

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