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Barney Old Coyote Jr., also known as Chiipkalishtahchiash or Small White Buffalo Bull, was a distinguished member of the Crow Tribe. Born in 1923 in the Big Horn District of Montana, he was the son of Barney Old Coyote Sr. and Mae Takes The Gun-Old Coyote. During World War II, Barney enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps and served as a tail gunner, waist gunner, and engineer in the top turret of a B-17 bomber. He flew 72 combat missions over Nazi-occupied Europe and North Africa, earning numerous decorations, including the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Air Medal with 14 oak leaf clusters, and the Silver Star for valor. After the war, Barney pursued higher education and became a revered teacher in areas such as conservation, land management, agricultural engineering, and Native American studies. He taught in high schools, colleges, and adult education programs, and was instrumental in preserving and promoting Crow culture and language. Barney's brother, Henry "Hank" Old Coyote, also served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. Both brothers utilized their native Crow language to communicate during missions, effectively creating an unbreakable code that baffled German code-breakers. Barney Old Coyote Jr. passed away on August 5, 2012, at the age of 89. His legacy continues to inspire, reflecting his dedication to his country, his community, and his cultural heritage.❤️Thank you for liking my post. Visit the store to support Native American products 👇👇https://www.bloodnative.com/stores/native