The first warrior is the classic image of the plains warrior on horseback in full gallop with the tails of a full eagle feather headdress suggesting a great lord of the plains. He fires off an arrow from his bow, a weapon in common use at the Little Bighorn battle. His stature as a warrior is embodied in the headdress, with each feather representing a brave or generous deed for which he has been acknowledged. 

His seasoned war horse displays old wounds that have been encircled. The rump is wrapped in curvilinear lightening symbols that lend both speed and power to the horse. These same marks are also found on the third warrior receiving the shield. 

The horses tail is tied up so the enemy could not unseat the rider by pulling the horse down or to a stop. The horse’s eyes are emphasized, giving the horse focus, clarity and purpose in the battle. The overall image is of a warrior who is also a commander in chief leading other warriors into battle. 

"Two Moons" of the Cheyenne and "Crazy Horse" of the Lakota’s were two such men at the Battle of the Little Bighorn. Many other legendary war chiefs were also present such as "Gall", "Sitting Bull," and "Crow King".

Woman and Last Warrior ~ Central Warrior 

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Close up of first warrior

First Warrior being assembled