Cochise
Type: Person
As of November 2026, Cochise has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Knowing Better (Mar 2023). Introduced as the Chiricahua leader Geronimo joins; his conflict with the U.S. Army and subsequent treaty/reservation frame the escalation of the Apache Wars.
Cochise was the leader of the Chiricahui local group of the Chokonen and principal nantan of the Chokonen band of the Chiricahua Apache. A key war leader during the Apache Wars, he led an uprising that began in 1861 and persisted until a peace treaty was negotiated in 1872. Cochise County is named after him.
| Mentioned in | 1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Mar 2023 on Knowing Better |
| Role | Chiricahua Apache chief (Chokonen band) |
| Affiliation | Chiricahua Apache (Chokonen band) |
Who talks about Cochise on podcasts?
Cochise came up; the most recent mention was Mar 2023 on Knowing Better.
What is Cochise mentioned alongside?
Cochise is most often mentioned alongside Mangas Colorado and Victorio.
Worked with: Mangas Colorado, Victorio