Charles Alexander Eastman Quotes

A collection of quotes by Charles Alexander Eastman.

Charles Alexander Eastman was a Santee Dakota physician and writer born in 1858. He grew up in Minnesota but was forced to live with white relatives after the U.S.-Dakota War of 1862. Eastman eventually earned a medical degree from Boston University, becoming one of the first Native Americans to do so. He dedicated his life to advocating for Native rights and promoting understanding between indigenous and non-indigenous communities. Eastman wrote books and articles about his experiences and Native American culture, contributing to a greater understanding of indigenous history and identity.