Alma Hogan Snell
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BornJanuary 23, 1923
DiedMay 5, 2008 (aged 85)
SpouseBill Snell
RelationsGrandmother, Pretty Shield, grandfather, John Goes Ahead
Alma Hogan Snell | |
|---|---|
| Crow: Bea Azeta ("Well Known Woman") | |
| American, Crow Tribe, Greasy Mouth Clan leader | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 23, 1923 |
| Died | May 5, 2008 (aged 85) |
| Spouse | Bill Snell |
| Relations | Grandmother, Pretty Shield, grandfather, John Goes Ahead |
| Children | Bill Snell Jr., Ted Hogan |
| Known for | Historian, educator, and herbalist |
Alma Hogan Snell (January 10, 1923 – May 5, 2008) was an American Crow tribal historian, educator, and herbalist. She was the granddaughter of Pretty Shield.[1][2]
Snell lectured throughout the United States on the healing properties and benefits of plants, as well as on the subject of health and wellbeing.[1] She also authored two books: A Taste of Heritage [3] and Grandmother's Grandchild: My Crow Indian Life.[1]
Alma Hogan Snell died in Billings, Montana, at age 85 on May 5, 2008. She was a resident of Yellowtail, Montana.[1]
