Before European settlers arrived in America, Native Americans were the prominent inhabitants of the land. They traditionally lived in tents and sustained themselves through hunting. The interaction with Europeans shifted this societal framework, marked by exchanges of food that are celebrated today as Thanksgiving. As time went on, Native American tribes seemed to fade away, possibly following a ‘tear trail’. Post this, the Europeans setup their colonies and the ‘New World’ began to prosper. This is the level of understanding most people generally have about the Native American population. However, the real story is far more nuanced. Native American history is rich and intricate, resembling any other historical account. The simplified narratives taught in schools hardly capture a span of several thousand years. During this time, empires and nations rise and fall within the Americas. Some cities in Central America could even compete with the most advanced civilizations in the Middle East. The relationship between the European settlers and the Native Americans was quite complex. Here are 25 lesser-known facts about Native Americans.
25 Little Known Facts About Native Americans
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