Many in Oklahoma might’ve missed a great history lesson in 2014. Up until Dec. 6, 2014, a ceremonial peace pipe tomahawk that Shawnee leader Tecumseh presented to early Ohio statesman Thomas Worthington in 1807 was on exhibit at the Indigo Sky Hotel and Casino in Wyandotte, Okla. The Ohio History Connection loaned the peace pipe tomahawk to the Eastern Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma in 2013.

Ohio History E-News sheds some light on the history of the weapon. An article titled “Programs Highlight Ohio’s Native Cultures” says, “Tecumseh presented the peace pipe tomahawk when he visited Worthington at Adena, his Chillicothe home, in 1807. It’s made of forged metal and the wooden handle is decorated with engraved silver inlay.”

In regards to Tecumseh, the article says, “Tecumseh (1768–1813) was a well-respected Shawnee leader who established his reputation during the Indian Wars of the late 18th century, when he fought in several minor skirmishes and in the Battle of Fallen Timbers. He refused to sign the Treaty of Greenville in 1795, fearing that it would increase settlement and eventually cost American Indians their land. He argued that all American Indians held land in common and therefore one tribe could not cede the land to the U.S. government. During the War of 1812, Tecumseh supported the British, in hopes of regaining lost land. He was killed during the Battle of the Thames in 1813.”

If you weren’t in Oklahoma this past year or don’t live in Ohio, chances are, you’ll miss out on the opportunity to experience this piece of history. However, you can still get the feel of a peace pipe tomahawk at Armory Replicas.

Our inventory includes our Great Spirit Native American Peace Pipe Tomahawk. This Great Spirit Cheyenne Native American Tomahawk Peace Pipe is made of stainless steel with a satin finish and wooden handle. The cutout of the blade is a weeping or bleeding heart. There are a wide variety of stories as to what the heart stands for and many variations of those stories. The peace pipe tomahawk’s handle is wrapped in faux leather with gold colored nails to accent the entire piece. This peace pipe is functional with the pipe bowl and mouthpiece constructed of polished aluminum.

You can be part of this proud, sacred tradition with your very own peace pipe. Don’t let the opportunity pass you by.

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