What is chief thunder cloud?

Chief Thunder Cloud was an American actor of Native American descent. He was born on April 12, 1899, on a reservation near Muskogee, Oklahoma. His birth name was Victor Daniels, and he belonged to the Muscogee Creek Nation.

Thunder Cloud began his acting career in the 1920s and appeared in over 50 films throughout his career. He was known for playing Native American characters in Westerns and other films. Some of his notable roles include "White Eagle" in the 1936 film of the same name, and "Chief Big Tree" in John Ford's 1948 Western, "Fort Apache."

Thunder Cloud was also an accomplished musician and performed with various orchestras throughout his career. He played the Native American flute, drums, and other traditional instruments.

In addition to his acting and music careers, Thunder Cloud was an advocate for Native American rights. He was a member of the National Congress of American Indians and spoke out against negative stereotypes of Native Americans in Hollywood films.

Thunder Cloud passed away on December 3, 1955, in Ventura County, California, at the age of 56. He left behind a legacy as an influential Native American actor and musician.