Chief Koakki

They came across the still blue waters Killed our Braves, Raped our Daughters Slaughtered our food,just for the HIDE Indian's world and white man's Collide Under the full MOON "Chief Koakki" Cried They scar and mar the Southwest Plains Pollute our rivers,while damming the Rains Keep us on reservations with unfettered chains Soldiers : guarding with rifles to keep us inside Under the full MOON "Chief Koakki" Sighed Treaties,Promises,Speeches with forked tongue Teaching these ungodly depravities to our Young The stately NATIVE AMERICANS go UNSUNG Their History,Heritage,in my heart ALWAYS Abide Under the full MOON "Chief Koakki" Died

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem.

Please Login to post a comment

Laura Breidenthal

Date: 1/1/2012 5:06:00 PM

Truly a profound and inspiring write and very beautifully penned. Always, Laura

Lynette Chachere

Date: 3/22/2010 6:48:00 PM

Still, it will never be the end of indian race, or heritage. no revenge is always the key to peace. comprimise and then maybe use darkness to defeat darkness. in the end. the good never "fully" dies. and Harry.im sorry for taking so long on your contest information. if you have another partner because of my slow replies. i don't blame you.(: and i am not upset. i love you always big bro. -Always&Forever your sister spirit Lynn

Sharon Winter

Date: 12/4/2008 11:48:00 AM

Oh, reading this poem breaks my heart deeply. Such an amazing write and terribly sad tribute. As far as comments go, if you want to receive comments, you must comment on other people's poetry. It would be nice to comment on those who ever comment on yours, but there are so many kind poets who would return the favor. So, when you have time,sit down, read new poems and make comments on several different poets whose work you like. Hugs, me xoxo

Derrick Burton

Date: 8/2/2008 2:28:00 PM

wow,havent heard a story about the indians in long time.very nice but sad tribute.

Kristin Reynolds

Date: 7/21/2008 4:58:00 AM

Beautiful poem of strength and a people of beauty. Well written, and I feel the very same. Blessing to you, Kristin

Sharon Winter

Date: 7/20/2008 11:33:00 AM

Absolutely got chills at the very last line. Horribly sad and disturbing in its truth. Love how the last line in every verse is similar, the very last line of course, so heartbreaking. To this day I feel shame for what we did to a beautiful culture. Wonderful write. Love, Shar