One of the few Suquamish who died in the encounter was Chief Seattle's eldest son.
Chief Seattle's grave is located on the reservation within the town of Suquamish.
Seattle is named after the tribe's most famous leader, Chief Seattle.
Perry adapted it from newspaper accounts that were, in turn, published years after Chief Seattle delivered the actual speech.
Chief Seattle's career earned and validated his inherited status.
Chief Seattle had two wives and seven children, probably the most famous being his daughter, known as Princess Angeline.
Some of the family tree of Chief Seattle is known today.
Chief Seattle repeats the plea two centuries later.
Chief Seattle, who is buried here within view of the city that was given his name, died more than 120 years ago.
She was a descendant of Chief Seattle in present-day Washington state.