by P A Armstrong. 1885. 19p

The document describes the ancient city of the Sauks, located on the north bank of the Rock River near present-day Rock Island, Illinois, which had a population of around 11,000. It highlights the city's organized streets, public squares, and unique architecture, including homes called hodenasates made from poles and bark that accommodated extended families. The Sauk culture emphasized communal living and matriarchal values, but the city was ultimately destroyed in 1831 during the Black Hawk War, marking a significant historical event.