We encountered the Teton Sioux. They are an unfriendly group and there were some tense moments. I remember specifically the Otoes tribe telling us this tribe would not open their ears. We also heard stories about them. They would roam the plains and beat up on anyone weaker than them. They are called the “Lords of the Plains.” When we first came across them, they were curious but not impressed at what we had showed them. We met a French explorer named Dorion who told us he lived with the Sioux for 20 years. He was nice and helped translate. The Sioux said they wanted to go on the boat. All of us were skeptical to let them but Captain Lewis agreed because Jefferson told us to make sure we earn their trust no matter what it takes. We allowed
