Near Sisseton in Roberts County, South Dakota — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)

Little Paul Mazakutemani

1806-1887

October 30, 2021

1. Little Paul Mazakutemani Marker

Inscription. Noted Indian orator, born at Lac Qui Parle. After conversion to Christianity, he was President of the Hazelwood Republic. He participated in rescue of Abbie Gardner in 1857 from hostiles on James River (near Redfield). During War of Outbreak in 1862, he with other friendlies saved lives of many white people at exposed points on Minnesota frontier.

Erected 1962 by Roberts County and State Historical Societies. (Marker Number 354.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Native Americans • Wars, US Indian. In addition, it is included in the South Dakota State Historical Society Markers series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1857.

Location. 45° 41.302′ N, 97° 10.109′ W. Marker is near Sisseton, South Dakota, in Roberts County. Marker can be reached from 117th Street (Road BIA 8) 3.1 miles west of 455th Avenue (County Road 6), on the left when traveling west. Located at Long Hollow Presbyterian Cemetery. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Sisseton SD 57262, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 6 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Two Brothers (approx. 2 miles away); Two Sisters (approx. 2 miles away); Two Companions (approx. 2 miles away); Marshall County South Dakota

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(approx. 3.6 miles away); Roberts County / Marshall County (approx. 3.6 miles away); Sieche Hollow (approx. 4.7 miles away); Stones from Log Flour Mill (approx. 6.1 miles away); Roberts County Veterans Memorial (approx. 6.1 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Sisseton.

Little Paul Mazakutemani Marker, from the south image. Click for full size.

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2. Little Paul Mazakutemani Marker, from the south

Little Paul Mazakutemani Marker, from the north image. Click for full size.

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3. Little Paul Mazakutemani Marker, from the north

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4. Little Paul Mazakutemani Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on November 3, 2021. It was originally submitted on November 3, 2021. This page has been viewed 220 times since then and 26 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on November 3, 2021. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.