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Nerkok the Shoshone interpreter leader and his era
Feikak was the Shoshone interpreter known as Nerkoko among whites. The piece recalls his respected status, his role translating for both sides, his death burial on Sage Creek, and the impact of his work on legal and tribal relations. It notes McCabe and Fort Washakie connections, plus a Denver Republic report on Jackson Hole ranges and elk killings by settlers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Feikak
Nerkok
Sarekeep
Medina
Wilson
JK. Traier
Moore
Heikak
Fort Sridger
Fort Washakie
Ijn
Tedih
Neikel
Denver Republican
Kivanston
Jackson’ Hole