Who were the chiefs of the Cherokee village?
The White Chief (Peace Chief) and the Red Chief (War Chief). The White Chief helped with religious ceremonies and made sure people got along. He dressed in white deerskins, was known for his bravery and wisdom, and had seven men to help him rule, one from each clan (Bird, Wolf, Deer, Wild Potato, Long Hair, Blue, and Paint). The Red Chief was in charge only in times of war. He wore red clothes, had skills of a leader and warrior, and also had seven clan members help him. War Women or Beloved Women helped the Red Chief plan when to attack an enemy. Other leaders were headmen who helped the chiefs make decisions, make laws, and conduct religious ceremonies and a priest who talked for hours about the correct spiritual way to live. Top of Page 5. Did the Cherokee have festivals? Yes. Festivals celebrated important seasonal events. The First New Moon of Spring was celebrated in March. The Green Corn Dance was in August when the young corn was ready for tasting. The Ripe Corn Ceremony was he
