"Black Hawk" refers to a prominent Native American leader of the Sauk tribe, known for his role in the Black Hawk War of 1832. He was born in 1767 and became a symbol of resistance against the encroachment of settlers on Native American lands in the Midwest, particularly in present-day Illinois and Wisconsin. His leadership during the conflict highlighted the struggles of Indigenous peoples during westward expansion. The Black Hawk War was a brief but significant conflict between the United States and several Native American tribes, primarily the Sauk and Fox tribes. The war began when Black Hawk and his followers attempted to reclaim their ancestral lands after being forcibly removed. The conflict ended with Black Hawk's defeat, leading to further displacement of Native Americans in the region.