John Lewis (Shawnee leader)

John Lewis
Born
Quatawapea

c. 1760
Died1826 (aged about 66)
Burial placeUnknown
NationalityShawnee
Other namesCaptain Lewis, Colonel Lewis
Occupation(s)Village chief, diplomat, warrior
Known forLeader of the Lewistown Shawnees

Quatawapea or John Lewis (c. 1760 – 1826), also known as Captain Lewis and Colonel Lewis and ‘’’Captain Johnny’’’, was a Shawnee leader for whom Lewistown, Ohio, is named.