Honoring the Legendary Chiricahua Apache
Chief based on the Recently Discovered Painting of Cochise
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Cochise - his name and exploits
were legendary even during his lifetime; today he remains one of the most
important names in America's Western history.
As chief of the Chiricahua Apache in the 1860's and 70's, Cochise led his
people in their valiant attempt to retain their freedom and continue with
their traditional lifestyle. "The Apaches want to run around like a
coyote," Cochise once said. "They don't want to be put in a corral."
And so the Chiricahua Apache chief fought on, long after other tribes had
given up their homelands and moved to the reservations. With his
band of less than 200 followers, he held the U.S. Army at bay for over ten
years before finally agreeing to a peace treaty in 1872, and initially
securing a reservation for his people in the same area where they lived,
not in some far-off location.
At the height of his power, Cochise led not only his own Chiricahua
Apaches but also the warriors of other Apache bands, and today is
recognized as one of the most powerful war chiefs in all of history.
By the time of his surrender in 1872, he had become a living legend among
his people and his enemies alike. Today, America Remembers, in
cooperation with Charles Parker, is proud to present "A Tribute To
Cochise," a handsomely decorated firearm honoring the life and legend of
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| The left side of the receiver features a portrait of Cochise.
Present are the prominent cheekbones and Roman nose described in written accounts of those
who met him, and the stern and serious expression that led one contemporary to remember,
"Cochise never smiled. He was severe and grave of aspect." To the
right is a detailed rendering of a hard-fought battle between Indian warriors and U.S.
Cavalry troopers. |
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The right side of the receiver
features Cochise on horseback at the front
of a Chiricahua raiding party. Behind them are Arizona's Dragoon Mountains, one of
Cochise's places of retreat between raids. To the right, you will see a Spirit
Dancer in ceremonial headdress and body paint. All artwork is captured in a
combination of 24-karat gold and nickel with special blackened highlights to accentuate
the details.
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Barrel bands, hammer, lever, trigger, and elevated sight are all hand
polished and decorated in 24-karat gold.
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" COCHISE 1872"
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FREE PRINT
With the purchase of "A Tribute To Cochise" you will receive a
free full-scale print from the recently discovered painting titled, "Cochise
1872." This is a limited opportunity, so order now to obtain a piece of history and
secure your place in this limited edition.
Actual Print Size: 18 1/2" x 24"
Cochise 1872. All rights reserved by Charles Parker. |
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Make/Model: Winchester Model 94
Barrel Length: 20"
Caliber: .30-30
Stocks: Walnut
Edition Limit: 300
Decoration: Each Tribute rifle is decorated by craftsmen specifically
commissioned by America Remembers.
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Since A Tribute To Cochise is a working Model 94 Rifle, we will arrange
delivery through a licensed firearms dealer of your choice.
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