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Wovoka

Cleric
Wovoka, also known as Jack Wilson, was the Paiute religious leader who founded a second episode of the Ghost Dance movement. Wovoka means "cutter" or "wood cutter" in the Northern Paiute language. Wikipedia
Born: 1856, Smith Valley, NV
Died: September 20, 1932 (age 76 years), Yerington, NV
Parents: Tavibo and Tiya
Known for: Spiritual leader and creator of the Ghost Dance