Mardi Gras Indian Tribes Unite: Indian Red Prayer | Honoring Freedom Rider Jerome Big Duck Smith

Experience the soul of New Orleans as Mardi Gras Injun (Indian) Tribes come together to perform the sacred Indian Red Prayer and other traditional hymns. This powerful video features performances and appearances by some of the premiere culture bearers of this historic New Orleans tradition: Big Chief Jeremy Stevenson of the Monogram Hunters Big Chief Keitoe Jones of the 9th Ward Seminoles Big Queen Kalindah Laveaux Big Chief Roderick Sylvas of the Wild Tchoupitoulas Big Chief Juan Pardo of the Golden Comanche Big Chief Victor Harris (Spirit of Fi Yi Yi) of the Mandingo Warriors This special gathering is dedicated to blessing the first day of Carnival while also honoring living legend and Freedom Fighter, Mr. Jerome (Big Duck) Smith, a Civil Rights Freedom Rider whose legacy continues to inspire. Immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions, music, and unity of the Mardi Gras Injun (Indian) culture—a true celebration of resilience, history, and spirit. 🌟 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more unique cultural content! #MardiGrasIndians #IndianRed #NewOrleansCulture #BigDuckSmith #MonogramHunters #FreedomRiders #FreedomFighters #9thWardSeminoles #VoodooQueen #WildTchoupitoulas #GoldenComanche #MandingoWarriors #SpirtOfFiYiYi #Ancestors #Culture #NewOlreans #NOLA #MardiGras #CivilRightMovement #BlackHistory #Carnival