Chief John 1795-1864
A brilliant and defiant Takelma war chief, also known as Tecumtum. He fiercely led the last major resistance of the Rogue River Wars, famously holding off military forces at the Battle of Big Bend.
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- Lived from 1795 to 1864
- Born: Jan 1, 1795, Oregon Territory
- Died: Jan 1, 1864, Oregon
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Last updated: 2026-09-29