Russell Means
Russell Means was a prominent Native American activist and leader of the American Indian Movement (AIM).
Born into the Lakota tribe, he became involved in indigenous rights activism in the late 1960s.
Means participated in several high-profile protests, including the occupation of Alcatraz Island and the takeover of the Bureau of Indian Affairs office in Washington, D.C. He is best known for leading AIM's occupation of Wounded Knee in 1973.
Beyond his activism, Means pursued careers in politics, acting, and music.
His autobiography, "Where White Men Fear to Tread," chronicles his life experiences and his fight for Native American rights.
