Is Geronimo A Hero

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Geronimo is known as one of the most famous American Indians in history; he was war chief and later on tribal chief of his Apache tribe. Although many have questioned whether this fighter is to be considered a hero, it is clear that Geronimo although fearless and courageous is no hero.
The night of the Kas-ki-yeh attack in summer of 1856, was the turning point of Geronimo. The loss of his wife, children, and own mother made him blood-thirsty for revenge. Geronimo’s hatred for Mexico after that attack was everlasting and at any opportunity he was willing to attack Mexico, trying to seek retribution for his broken heart. Geronimo said, “I had vowed vengeance upon the Mexican troopers who had wronged me, and whenever I came near his grave or