Category Archives: Nez Perce

Lapwai

Posted on September 30, 2012 by Roberta Estes

When transcribing the Carlisle records, I came across a tribal designation I wasn’t familiar with, the Lapwai. Who were the Lapwai? The Lapwai were part of the Nez Perce who lived in Idaho. Today, the city of Lapwai, Idaho is the center of … Continue reading →

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Chief Joseph of the Nez Perce War Shirt

Posted on August 3, 2012 by Roberta Estes

This photo released by the Coeur D’Alene Art Auction shows a war shirt worn by Chief Joseph of Nez Perce tribe that sold for $877,500 at auction.(AP Photo/Coeur D’Alene Art Auction, Michael Scott) “It does not require many words to speak the truth.” … Continue reading →