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EPISODE 58 Sitting Bull: Wounded Knee (Part 5)

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Roots of the Ghost Dance: From Traditional Round Dance to Prophetic Ritual

This chapter explores the origins of the Ghost Dance, tracing its evolution from a traditional round dance into a prophetic ritual. It examines the influence of missionaries and highlights the work of ethnologist James Mooney in challenging racist perspectives on Native American issues.

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