Chief Joseph, the man who led the Nez Perce

Chief Joseph, born Hin-mah-too-yah-lat-kekt (Thunder Rolling Down the Mountain) in 1840, was a prominent leader of the Nez Perce tribe in the Pacific Northwest. His life stands as a testament to the resilience and dignity of Indigenous peoples during a time of great upheaval and injustice. Known for his eloquence, strategic mind, and unyielding commitment to his people, Chief Joseph’s story is one of resistance, survival, and a longing for peace.