CLINTON RICKARD


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  • Born: May 19, 1882
  • Died: June 14, 1971
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Clinton Rickard (1882–1971) was a Tuscarora chief known for founding the Indian Defense League, and for promoting Native American sovereignty. He worked for free passage of Native Americans across the US–Canada border, and to prevent the flooding of the Tuscarora Reservation.