What is mariano medina?

Mariano Medina, also known as Mountain Man Medina, was a fur trapper and trader in the 19th century who lived in Colorado. Born in New Mexico in 1805, he moved to Colorado in the 1830s where he established a trading post near the Cache La Poudre river. He was known for his skill in navigating the mountains and his business acumen in trading with both Native Americans and pioneers.

Medina was also well-known for his involvement in the Indian Wars of the mid-19th century. He served as a guide for military forces and was present at the infamous Sand Creek Massacre in 1864. He was later accused of helping the Cheyenne and Arapaho Indians attack wagon trains, leading to his arrest and imprisonment. However, he was eventually released due to lack of evidence.

Medina continued to trade and trap in Colorado until his death in 1878. He is remembered today for his contributions to the early history of the state and for his reputation as a skilled outdoorsman and businessman.