The burial of Crow Creek has established a model for relations between Indians and archaeologists on the subject of ancient tombs. In 1978, archaeologists at the University of South Dakota found the bones of 500 people who died in a slaughter that occurred during a war between the ancestors of the arikaras around 1325 at the Crow Creek Reserve. The Sioux and the Arikara were traditional enemies, but they worked together to protect the remains. At first, they asked not to touch the bones, but when the robbers began to damage the place, it was agreed that they would move to study them, provided they were returned to them. The bones were buried again near where they were found in 1981.
Native American Cultures: Myths and magic
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This book challenges deep-seated stereotypes and offers an enriching perspective that contributes to a more comprehensive and respectful appreciation of the indigenous peoples of North America. Through an understanding of their myths and beliefs, we are taking an important step toward cultural reconciliation and the recognition of the diversity that has enriched the history of this continent.
These mythical stories, many of them linked to the literary genre of fantasy, reveal a world where the divine and the human intertwine in narratives that explain the cosmic order, creation, and the fundamental structure of the universe. Discover how these sacred tales bear witness to the deep connection of the natives with nature and spirituality.
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