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Sequoyah's Public Life
Despite seeking a quiet retirement among the western Cherokee, Sequoyah's popularity made him a much sought after figure.
Feb 25, 2011
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Jeffrey R Gudzune
The First Americans- A Humorous Take
This is a pun-filled account of the first Americans, written as a parody of a history lesson by a person who taught it. Good joke source for teachers
Feb 17, 2011
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Evelio Alvarez
St Valentine's Day Massacre – 14 Feb 1929
14 Feb, Valentine's Day, known as a day of romance. However in 1929 it will forever be remembered for perhaps one of the most violent moments in history.
Feb 14, 2011
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Steve Boxall
The Crossing of America by Mackenzie and Lewis and Clarke
This article provides an introduction to two spectacular journeys across North America.
Feb 12, 2011
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Linda Smallwood
Cultural Impact of the Cherokee Syllabary
The Cherokee Nation officially accepted Sequoyah's syllabary as the written form of the Cherokee language in 1825.
Feb 11, 2011
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Jeffrey R Gudzune
France's Exploration of North America
A look at the achievements of two French explorers who made history with the help of the native Indians in North America.
Feb 11, 2011
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Linda Smallwood
Native American Moccasins: Basic Footwear of the Southern Indians
Moccasins come in many different fashions and styles. The American Indians of the South generally kept their footwear simple and practical.
Feb 8, 2011
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Daniel Clarke
Motives for the Colonisation of America
An examination into the extent to which emigrants to the Chesapeake and New England shared common motives for their migration.
Feb 6, 2011
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Kevin Barr
On Trial in Alabama: Sequoyah's Defense
In 1822, Sequoyah and A-yo-ka faced trial for witchcraft in Alabama.
Jan 29, 2011
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Jeffrey R Gudzune
The Karankawa Indians of Coastal Texas
Analyzing the habits, customs, and decline of the Karankawa Indian civilization formally located in the southern coastal region of Texas.
Jan 28, 2011
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Ethan Rice
A Brief History of Lake Sturgeon in Menonminee and Ojibwe Culture
Lake Sturgeon are an important fish species to many Native American tribes. Here's a look at the history of sturgeon in the Menominee and Ojibwe tribe.
Jan 27, 2011
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Katherine Murcko
Empire of the Summer Moon – A Review
Quana Parker and the Rise and Fall of the Comanches, the Most Powerful Indian Tribe in American History. By S. C. Gwynne
Jan 21, 2011
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Steven Halpern
The Life of American Indians Before 1492
Paleo-Indians, Northeast Indians, Plain Indians, Southeast Indians and West Indians lived in North America before the Europeans conquered America.
Jan 20, 2011
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Yolimari Garcia
The Power of the Cherokee Syllabary: Sequoyah and A-yo-ka
In 1821, Sequoyah demonstrated the practicality of a written language to a skeptical world.
Jan 14, 2011
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Jeffrey R Gudzune
Sequoyah at Work: Creating the Cherokee Syllabary
Sequoyah worked on a written syllabary for the Cherokee language for twelve years. Despite the suspicion of his friends and family, he did not give up.
Jan 9, 2011
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Jeffrey R Gudzune
Sequoyah and the "Talking Leaves"
In 1809, a silversmith named Sequoyah set out to create a written alphabet for his language.
Jan 4, 2011
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Jeffrey R Gudzune
Indian Artifacts - Excavating, Digging, Field Hunting, Arrowheads
Excavating Pre-Historic man's artifacts is nothing less than fun! Amateur archaeology is a great pass-time and rewarding hobby for the entire family.
Jan 2, 2011
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Steve Farmer
Prelude to the Trail of Tears
The removal of Indians from their homeland and forced migration to the West took place during the 1800s. This was the onset of the Trail of Tears.
Jan 1, 2011
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Tasha Kelley
The Florida Keys: The Years Before Europeans
The Florida Keys were uncovered during the Ice Age and emerged when the glaciers receded. Soon Native Americans settled into the area.
Dec 25, 2010
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Terry Pruyne
Strife in the West and the Rise of the Qualla Cherokee
While John Ross struggled to hold his government together in the west, a new branch of the Cherokee Nation formed in the east.
Dec 17, 2010
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Jeffrey R Gudzune