Greenwood Leflore was a prominent figure in the 19th century, known for his role as a politician and plantation owner in Mississippi. Born in 1800, he was a member of the Choctaw Nation and became a significant leader among Native Americans during a time of great change and upheaval. Leflore served in the Mississippi State Legislature and was an advocate for the rights of his people. Leflore's legacy is closely tied to the establishment of Greenwood, Mississippi, a city named in his honor. He played a crucial role in the development of the region, particularly in agriculture, and his influence extended to both Native American and European American communities. His life reflects the complexities of race and politics in the American South during his era.