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I had many enemies among the Sioux I would be running considerable risk in meeting them
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"I had many enemies among the Sioux; I would be running considerable risk in meeting them"

- Buffalo Bill

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This quote by Buffalo Bill talks to the difficult relationship he had with the Sioux individuals. It is clear that he had lots of opponents among them, and that he understood the threat he would remain in if he were to satisfy them. This recommends that he had actually experienced some kind of conflict with the Sioux, and that he knew the prospective consequences of such a meeting. It also indicates that he was not happy to take the danger of fulfilling them, as he knew the risk he would remain in. This quote speaks to the complex relationship in between Buffalo Bill and the Sioux people, and the potential threat he dealt with if he were to meet them. It likewise speaks to the nerve and strength of Buffalo Bill, as he knew the threats he was taking, yet still selected to prevent them.

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Buffalo Bill This quote is written / told by Buffalo Bill between February 26, 1846 and January 10, 1917. He was a famous Celebrity from USA. The author also have 45 other quotes.

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