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50 Famous Native Americans: A Collection of Short Biographies
50 Famous Native Americans A Collection of Short Biographies Author:Department of Interior, Mike Rothmiller 50 Famous Native Americans A Collection of Short Biographies Warriors, statesmen, prophets and scholars; they were the firmest of friends and the most formidable of foes. They are heroes and heroines in the often tragic, yet inspiring chronicle of The North American Natives. Most?but not all?of the Individuals whose lives are briefly describ... more »ed in this book were Chiefs. Some have become legends within American history and famous worldwide. But all were leaders in the great struggle to preserve their treasured lands, customs, beliefs and way of life. With their tribesmen, they are intimately linked to our country?s founding, westward expansion, and at times, the brutal treatment they received at the hands of the United States Government. Since the first Europeans set foot in North America, Native American?s have played a vital role in this country and it extends to this day. They deserve the nations respect and they certainly hold a place of honor in America?s history. No one can cast doubt on their courage to defend their lands against ever increasing encroachment by the U.S. Government and the expansion of westward settlers during the time period known as the Indian Wars. Remember, America was their homeland for thousands of years before the first foreigner arrived. Consider this final point; what if America was invaded today by a foreign military which forcibly removed you from your home and engaged in bloody warfare against you, your family and fellow countrymen. Wouldn?t you wage war against the invaders? We must not forget that defending their family and lands is exactly what the Native Americans did. At times they fought with a brutal vengeance, and many times they were attacked by the U.S. Government in a more ruthless fashion. This book is dedicated to all Native Americans.« less