Jacob Rhett Motte, army surgeon during the Seminole War, as “a perfect Tallyrand [sic] of the savage court [of Indians].” Dr. Motte gave him credit for being a cunning person among the easily influenced council of Seminole Indians. This obscure reference by the Army surgeon was a comparison to Charles Maurice de Talleyrand, famous French politician and diplomat, known for being crafty and cynical in diplomacy, yet others considered him skilled and influential. The Seminoles, on the other hand, referred to Abraham as a “Prophet” for his exceptional political discernment, translation proficiency, and convincing skills toward the Indians and whites, and for stirring up enthusiasm with religious
Jacob Rhett Motte, army surgeon during the Seminole War, as “a perfect Tallyrand [sic] of the savage court [of Indians].” Dr. Motte gave him credit for being a cunning person among the easily influenced council of Seminole Indians. This obscure reference by the Army surgeon was a comparison to Charles Maurice de Talleyrand, famous French politician and diplomat, known for being crafty and cynical in diplomacy, yet others considered him skilled and influential. The Seminoles, on the other hand, referred to Abraham as a “Prophet” for his exceptional political discernment, translation proficiency, and convincing skills toward the Indians and whites, and for stirring up enthusiasm with religious