Spotted Elk was a Chief of the Miniconjou-Lakota-Sioux. He was a son of Lone Horn and became a Chief upon his father's death. He was a highly renowned Chief with skills in war and negotiations. Spotted Elk was also referred to as "Big Foot” Sí Tȟáŋk), a derisive name he obtained from an American soldier at Fort Bennett .
- Occupation
- traditional leader or chief
- Citizenship
- United States
- Born
- 1826
- Died
- December 29, 1890
