S2, E19 - Robert Baker on Choctaws in the War of 1812 & More!

Last September, I stopped by Choctaw Nation Headquarters and enjoyed my conversation with Robert Baker, who contributes to our Choctaw language department on a daily basis. In this episode with Robert, you’ll hear about: • His great great grandfather, Ben Carterby, a Code Talker in World War 1 • How Choctaws played a big part in the War of 1812 • Robert’s war reenactments • His experience playing stickball (you’ll find his life size photo in the First Americans Museum!) • Interesting stories of Bokchito and Armstrong academy • Robert reads a story he wrote in Choctaw called, “No Tail Raccoon” (you’ll love this) Also, a special kudos to Robert’s aunt who made some beautiful earrings that he was able to give me – they’re beautiful! By the way, would YOU like to take some Choctaw language classes? It’s a lot of fun and no cost. I usually do the Tuesday and Thursday evening classes. Click on this link to learn more. https://choctawschool.com/classes/internet-classes.aspx Yakoke, Robert for all you do and for sharing your interesting family stories! Native ChocTalk Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/nativechoctalkpodcast All Podcast Episodes: https://nativechoctalk.com/podcasts/