Wisconsin State Capitol Supreme Court Room Madison Wisconsin
Notes:
Richard Murray, 1977.
State Historical Society of Wisconsin, 1992.Wisconsin State Capitol Guide and History, 29th ed., State of Wisconsin (booklet), pg. 35-36.
Summary:
The mural along one wall illustrates a scene in the early history of Wisconsin in which Chief Oshkosh is on trial for the murder of a Native American not of his tribe. The scene is set in a log cabin with wide brick fireplace. The Judge, James Duane Doty, sits to the right in a simple wooden chair. Oshkosh stands opposite with folded arms as he presents his defense. Trappers, voyageurs, and Native Americans form the audience. It is recorded that Oshkosh proved that he acted in accordance with Indian law, and won his case.
