William Eaglehat

Chief William Eaglehat, The Healer or Father Eaglehat, a legendary Red Geese chief and healer who was said to be a descendant of powerful spirits.

Legend
William was said to have been a son of a local priestess and also a supernatural being called Father Wise Crow. His magical powers of healing and teaching were known to be beneficial for the Red Geese tribe. Chief Eaglehat taught his people how to plant food and harvest food, govern the land, and also to give thanks to others.

His name "William" came from early accounts from settlers who were taught the ways by the Red Geese tribe and also people had difficulty pronouncing his native name.