Eastern Shawnee
From their northeastern beginnings, the Shawnee moved into what is now Tennessee, and then into the Ohio River Valley. The Shawnee were often on the move and their housing styles varied, depending on available materials. The most common dwelling was a wigwam covered with elm or birch bark.
In the mid-1700's Chief Tecumseh and his brother led them in resisting the movement of white settlers into the Ohio River Valley. After Tecumseh's death in 1813 the Shawnee divided into smaller groups. Some moved throughout the United States; others allied themselves with neighboring tribes. The Eastern Shawnee joined with the Seneca in Ohio. After the 1860's they were moved to Ottawa County in Indian Territory, now the state of Oklahoma.
About the Flag:
The circle on the Great Seal of the Eastern Shawnee Nation stands for the world or universe. Four feathers hanging from the circle represent the four winds and four corners of the earth. The panther symbolizes strength, courage, and prowess in battle. Grace and dignity are the aspects represented by the swan. The spear and feathers mean that the Eastern Shawnee are forever joined for mutual protection with the United States of America.
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