Fun Facts

Red Jacket was probably given his English name because, while working for the British as a messenger during the Revolutionary War, he often wore a red coat
Red Jacket was accused of witchcraft, yes witchcraft. He was able to get out of trouble by using his exceptional speech skills.
Red Jacket allegedely killed a cow with his axe to bloody up his axe so he would seem to be a warrior. Once this was found out, political Opponents called him Cow Killer
After playing a large role in negotiations between America and the Senecas, Red Jacket was given an Iron Peace Medal by George Washington. Red Jacket wore this medal often.
Red Jacket reportedly also would occasionally pawn the iron peace medal when very drunk only to get it back later.

Red Jacket