Samuel George (c. 1795 – September 24, 1873) was an Onondaga Indian chief, holding the title Hononwirehdonh, or "Great Wolf" for twenty-three years.
His physical appearance is described repeatedly in historical records, which historian Laurence Hauptman summarizes as a "thin, sinewy man with strongly marked features," conveying "athletic prowess and presence".
[4] During the war, George reportedly ran a round trip from American headquarters at Buffalo to the arsenal Canandaigua (a distance of 150 miles) in two days.
He was described by his contemporary, Episcopal minister William Beauchamp as "eloquent" and "full of official dignity" and "fond of storytelling".
[8] George continued to negotiate for the discharge of underage Iroquois, as well as object to "conscription of Indians into military service without prior tribal consent," as was specified by historical precedent and treaties.