Crazy Horse, of the Oglala Lakota tribe, played an integral role in the Battle of Little Bighorn, also known as Custer’s Last Stand. His likeness is now carved into a Black Hills mountain at The Crazy Horse Memorial. The famous leader resisted having his photograph taken, often responding to picture requests with “would you imprison my shadow too?” The memorial sculptor created his likeness based on descriptions from those who knew him. The grand visage, cut into granite, intends to honor the Native American values that Crazy Horse fought for and defended.
Why The Crazy Horse Memorial Remains Unfinished After 75 Years
Situated on a mountain in the Black Hills of South Dakota, the nearly 600 feet high Crazy Horse Memorial has been under construction since 1948.
The Crazy Horse monument in the Black Hills of South Dakota’s Custer City is a marvel to behold. Despite construction having begun in 1948, the cliffside tribute to the Lakota chief has yet to be completed. Its development certainly makes for a riveting story, but is all the more remarkable for the man it aims to honor.
If completed, the sculpture will depict the Native American warrior on his horse and pointing to his tribal land below — which the Oglala sub-tribe he led considered sacred. His head is currently the only finished part of the sculpture. At 87 feet high, it exceeds that of each U.S. President’s head at Mount Rushmore by 27 feet.
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June a sunny day, low 70*s. but didn't feel that warm At one point it tryed to rain, but didn't. I should have gone for groceries. Getting kind of low in a few items.. Know you're love. Sleep tight.
Good Evening June, it was 65 and was sunny until 3 p.m. and then a layer of thin clouds came. But for the most part it was a nice day. Our /assembly services went well today also. Tomorrow is the 19 and before you know it, it will be Memorial day. Take care. Bro. Doc
Evening another rainy day in the 50's very chilly
I stayed in today., hope you had a better day and your weekend going well.
