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This is Ely S. Parker, also known as Hasanoanda and Donehogawa, member of the Tonawanda Seneca Nation, Lt. Colonel for the Union during the U.S. Civil War, civil engineer, lawyer, and drafter of the Confederate terms of surrender. 🧵

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A photo of Ely S. Parker
November 17, 2025 at 1:08 AM
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December 28, 2024 at 6:38 PM
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“Good to see at least one real American here.” General Lee to Colonel Ely S. Parker
“We are all Americans here sir.” Parker’s reply
(Parker born Hasanoanda was a Seneca First Nation, army engineer, aide to Ulysses Grant and later cabinet secretary) Doggy boy doest get to say somone isn’t American
February 27, 2025 at 6:36 PM
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It was my honor to proclaim May 30, 2025, as Ely S. Parker Day in Erie County, and I call upon all residents to remember and honor the life of this remarkable leader whose story is one of courage, perseverance, and unwavering service to both his people and his country. 4/4
Yesterday, our community marked the 120th anniversary of the unveiling of Ely Parker’s grave marker at Forest Lawn. This initiative was spearheaded by Erie County Historical Commission Commissioner Melissa Leonard, a descendant of Ely Parker. Ely Samuel Parker, born Hasanoanda, meaning “Leading Name,” and later known as Donehogawa, “Keeper of the Western Door of the Long House of the Iroquois,” was a Tonawanda Seneca leader of profound wisdom, integrity, and vision whose life and legacy have left an indelible mark on both Native American and United States history. Parker was a trailblazer in every sense—a trained civil engineer, a Union Army officer, and the military secretary to General Ulysses S. Grant during the American Civil War, playing a critical role at Appomattox in drafting the terms of Confederate surrender, and thereby helping to bring the war to its end. Throughout his life, Ely S. Parker courageously navigated the challenges of being a Native American in a deeply prejudiced society, breaking barriers and achieving milestones that continue to inspire future generations-his leadership, resilience, and service remain shining examples of the strength and perseverance of Indigenous peoples. It was my honor to proclaim yesterday, May 30, 2025, as Ely S. Parker Day in Erie County, and while I could not be at the ceremony as it conflicted with another engagement, I thank my Special Assistant David Bojanowski and the members of the Historical Commission for representing my office, and I call upon all residents to remember and honor the life of this remarkable leader whose story is one of courage, perseverance, and unwavering service to both his people and his country.
May 31, 2025 at 8:33 PM
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Ely Samuel Parker, born Hasanoanda, meaning “Leading Name,” and later known as Donehogawa, “Keeper of the Western Door of the Long House of the Iroquois,” was a Tonawanda Seneca leader of profound wisdom, integrity, and vision whose life left a big mark on both Native American and US history. 2/4
Yesterday, our community marked the 120th anniversary of the unveiling of Ely Parker’s grave marker at Forest Lawn. This initiative was spearheaded by Erie County Historical Commission Commissioner Melissa Leonard, a descendant of Ely Parker. Ely Samuel Parker, born Hasanoanda, meaning “Leading Name,” and later known as Donehogawa, “Keeper of the Western Door of the Long House of the Iroquois,” was a Tonawanda Seneca leader of profound wisdom, integrity, and vision whose life and legacy have left an indelible mark on both Native American and United States history. Parker was a trailblazer in every sense—a trained civil engineer, a Union Army officer, and the military secretary to General Ulysses S. Grant during the American Civil War, playing a critical role at Appomattox in drafting the terms of Confederate surrender, and thereby helping to bring the war to its end. Throughout his life, Ely S. Parker courageously navigated the challenges of being a Native American in a deeply prejudiced society, breaking barriers and achieving milestones that continue to inspire future generations-his leadership, resilience, and service remain shining examples of the strength and perseverance of Indigenous peoples. It was my honor to proclaim yesterday, May 30, 2025, as Ely S. Parker Day in Erie County, and while I could not be at the ceremony as it conflicted with another engagement, I thank my Special Assistant David Bojanowski and the members of the Historical Commission for representing my office, and I call upon all residents to remember and honor the life of this remarkable leader whose story is one of courage, perseverance, and unwavering service to both his people and his country.
May 31, 2025 at 8:33 PM
markpoloncarz.bsky.social
Parker was a trailblazer in every sense—a trained civil engineer, a Union Army officer, and the military secretary to General Ulysses S. Grant during the Civil War, playing a critical role at Appomattox in drafting the terms of Confederate surrender, and helping to bring the war to its end. 3/4
Yesterday, our community marked the 120th anniversary of the unveiling of Ely Parker’s grave marker at Forest Lawn. This initiative was spearheaded by Erie County Historical Commission Commissioner Melissa Leonard, a descendant of Ely Parker. Ely Samuel Parker, born Hasanoanda, meaning “Leading Name,” and later known as Donehogawa, “Keeper of the Western Door of the Long House of the Iroquois,” was a Tonawanda Seneca leader of profound wisdom, integrity, and vision whose life and legacy have left an indelible mark on both Native American and United States history. Parker was a trailblazer in every sense—a trained civil engineer, a Union Army officer, and the military secretary to General Ulysses S. Grant during the American Civil War, playing a critical role at Appomattox in drafting the terms of Confederate surrender, and thereby helping to bring the war to its end. Throughout his life, Ely S. Parker courageously navigated the challenges of being a Native American in a deeply prejudiced society, breaking barriers and achieving milestones that continue to inspire future generations-his leadership, resilience, and service remain shining examples of the strength and perseverance of Indigenous peoples. It was my honor to proclaim yesterday, May 30, 2025, as Ely S. Parker Day in Erie County, and while I could not be at the ceremony as it conflicted with another engagement, I thank my Special Assistant David Bojanowski and the members of the Historical Commission for representing my office, and I call upon all residents to remember and honor the life of this remarkable leader whose story is one of courage, perseverance, and unwavering service to both his people and his country.
May 31, 2025 at 8:33 PM
markpoloncarz.bsky.social
Yesterday, our community marked the 120th anniversary of the unveiling of Ely Parker’s grave marker at Forest Lawn. This initiative was spearheaded by Erie County Historical Commission Commissioner Melissa Leonard, a descendant of Ely Parker. 1/4
Yesterday, our community marked the 120th anniversary of the unveiling of Ely Parker’s grave marker at Forest Lawn. This initiative was spearheaded by Erie County Historical Commission Commissioner Melissa Leonard, a descendant of Ely Parker. Ely Samuel Parker, born Hasanoanda, meaning “Leading Name,” and later known as Donehogawa, “Keeper of the Western Door of the Long House of the Iroquois,” was a Tonawanda Seneca leader of profound wisdom, integrity, and vision whose life and legacy have left an indelible mark on both Native American and United States history. Parker was a trailblazer in every sense—a trained civil engineer, a Union Army officer, and the military secretary to General Ulysses S. Grant during the American Civil War, playing a critical role at Appomattox in drafting the terms of Confederate surrender, and thereby helping to bring the war to its end. Throughout his life, Ely S. Parker courageously navigated the challenges of being a Native American in a deeply prejudiced society, breaking barriers and achieving milestones that continue to inspire future generations-his leadership, resilience, and service remain shining examples of the strength and perseverance of Indigenous peoples. It was my honor to proclaim yesterday, May 30, 2025, as Ely S. Parker Day in Erie County, and while I could not be at the ceremony as it conflicted with another engagement, I thank my Special Assistant David Bojanowski and the members of the Historical Commission for representing my office, and I call upon all residents to remember and honor the life of this remarkable leader whose story is one of courage, perseverance, and unwavering service to both his people and his country.
May 31, 2025 at 8:33 PM