Keokuk (circa 1780-1848), a leader of the Sauk tribe in central North America, and for decades one of the most recognised Native American leaders. He was noted for his accommodation with the US government. Keokuk moved his tribe several times and always acted as an ardent friend of the Americans. Illustration from the book 'History of the Indian Tribes of North America with biographical sketches and anecdotes of the principal Chiefs', Volume 2 of 3, by Thomas Loraine, McKenney, and James Hall. Published in 1842. Painted by Charles Bird King.