History of Utah's American Indian 2 - Northwestern Shoshone

The Northwestern Shoshone Mae Parry In early historic times the Shoshone Indians were a large nation of Indians who lived and traveled over an extensive territory that included parts of Idaho, Utah, Nevada, and Wyoming. Usually groups of extended families traveled together in varying numbers according to the season and the purpose of their gathering. Groups came together in larger en­campments at different times during the year to trade, socialize, and some­times for protection against enemies. 1 The Northwestern Shoshone In­dians have always lived in northern Utah and southeastern Idaho. They were nomadic gatherers, hunters, and fishermen. The Eastern Shoshone lived in the Wyoming area. Chief Washakie was recognized as the head chief among most of the Shoshone bands at the time of the entry of the Mormons into the Salt Lake Valley. 2 Washakie was known throughout the western country as one of the most able chiefs and had several sub- chiefs