The Sioux were American Spartans, like the Comanche. They were not peaceful nomads, they did not leave others alone. War was their way of life and glory. They were conquerors who slaughtered and enslaved other tribes, stealing their land. When Anglos pushed West, the Sioux and Comanche were top dogs, having deposed the previous top dogs. Crazy Horse was the top dog, too. His life is mystery, his death a tragedy and shame.
“The Sioux were American Spartans, like the Comanche. They were not peaceful nomads, they did not leave others alone. War was their way of life and glory. They were conquerors who slaughtered and enslaved other tribes, stealing their land.”
The European settlers were pushing west as the Souix and Comanche were pushing east. In such a situation the most efficient society wins because they can feed more people with less land.
Took the words right offa my keyboard.