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Occupation Of Alcatraz: When Native American Demonstrators Took Over ‘The Rock’

During the 1969-1971 occupation of Alcatraz, Native American demonstrators took control of the former prison in protest of government abuses.

By Brandon Weber • Oct 7, 2018

Occupation Of Alcatraz: When Native American Demonstrators Took Over ‘The Rock’

During the 1969-1971 occupation of Alcatraz, Native American demonstrators took control of the former prison in protest of government abuses.

By Brandon Weber • October 7, 2018

“The Next Best Thing To Hell”: The Story Of The Worst Mass Execution In American History

“If you strike at them they will all turn on you and devour you and your women and little children,” the Dakota chief warned before the uprising that led to the slaughter. He was right.

By Brandon Weber • Sep 27, 2018

“The Next Best Thing To Hell”: The Story Of The Worst Mass Execution In American History

“If you strike at them they will all turn on you and devour you and your women and little children,” the Dakota chief warned before the uprising that led to the slaughter. He was right.

By Brandon Weber • September 27, 2018

Why John Colter May Be The Most Badass Mountain Man Of The American West

How John Colter ventured into the uncharted West with Lewis and Clark, explored Yellowstone before any non-Native, and survived being hunted for sport by Blackfeet warriors.

By Wyatt Redd • Jul 9, 2018

Why John Colter May Be The Most Badass Mountain Man Of The American West

How John Colter ventured into the uncharted West with Lewis and Clark, explored Yellowstone before any non-Native, and survived being hunted for sport by Blackfeet warriors.

By Wyatt Redd • July 9, 2018

The Forgotten Bear River Massacre May Be The Deadliest Native American Slaughter Ever

When the Bear River Massacre ended in Preston, Idaho on January 29, 1863, hundreds lay dead — hundreds who are largely forgotten today.

By Gina Dimuro • Jul 9, 2018

The Forgotten Bear River Massacre May Be The Deadliest Native American Slaughter Ever

When the Bear River Massacre ended in Preston, Idaho on January 29, 1863, hundreds lay dead — hundreds who are largely forgotten today.

By Gina Dimuro • July 9, 2018

They Killed His Wife And Burned Down His House – Then Liver-Eating Johnson Hunted Them Down And Ate Them

While on a quest for revenge, Liver-Eating Johnson earned his gruesome nickname and struck fear into the hearts – and livers – of his enemies.

By Katie Serena • May 14, 2018

They Killed His Wife And Burned Down His House – Then Liver-Eating Johnson Hunted Them Down And Ate Them

While on a quest for revenge, Liver-Eating Johnson earned his gruesome nickname and struck fear into the hearts – and livers – of his enemies.

By Katie Serena • May 14, 2018

U.S. Army To Return Remains of Native American Boys Killed In Reform School In The 1880’s

"All the Indian there is in the race should be dead," the reform school's founder said. "Kill the Indian in him, and save the man."

By All That's Interesting • Aug 10, 2017

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U.S. Army To Return Remains of Native American Boys Killed In Reform School In The 1880’s

"All the Indian there is in the race should be dead," the reform school's founder said. "Kill the Indian in him, and save the man."

By All That's Interesting • August 10, 2017

Stunning Photos Of The Crow Tribe Taken Just Before Their Culture Was All But Stamped Out

These one-of-a-kind early 20th-century photos depict the Crow tribe as their way of life was on the verge of changing forever.

By Mark Oliver • Jul 20, 2017

Stunning Photos Of The Crow Tribe Taken Just Before Their Culture Was All But Stamped Out

These one-of-a-kind early 20th-century photos depict the Crow tribe as their way of life was on the verge of changing forever.

By Mark Oliver • July 20, 2017

Settling Alaska: 47 Photographs From When Americans Moved Up North

When the first Americans settled into Alaska, the land and the natives who lived in it went through some profound changes.

By Mark Oliver • Jul 16, 2017

Settling Alaska: 47 Photographs From When Americans Moved Up North

When the first Americans settled into Alaska, the land and the natives who lived in it went through some profound changes.

By Mark Oliver • July 16, 2017

Native American Fashion Isn’t All Headdresses And Moccasins

The Native Fashion Now exhibit highlights the most beautiful -- and meaningful -- looks from the people who truly define American style.

By All That's Interesting • Feb 17, 2017

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Native American Fashion Isn’t All Headdresses And Moccasins

The Native Fashion Now exhibit highlights the most beautiful -- and meaningful -- looks from the people who truly define American style.

By All That's Interesting • February 17, 2017

The Ugly History Of The Native American Genocide That You Didn’t Learn In School

Over the course of 500 bloody years, the Native American genocide carried out by both European settlers and the U.S. government left millions dead.

By John Kuroski • Nov 21, 2016

The Ugly History Of The Native American Genocide That You Didn’t Learn In School

Over the course of 500 bloody years, the Native American genocide carried out by both European settlers and the U.S. government left millions dead.

By John Kuroski • November 21, 2016