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Explaining Native American History

History 102 with WhatifAltHist's Rudyard Lynch and Austin Padgett

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Iroquois and the Shifting Power Dynamics

This chapter explores the intricate relationships between the Iroquois Confederacy and European powers, emphasizing their alliances and conflicts. It examines the Iroquois' military strategies, their impact on the beaver trade, and the consequences of European encroachment on Native societies. The narrative highlights the historical struggles and resilience of Indigenous peoples amid colonial expansion, focusing on figures like Tecumseh and the complex dynamics of warfare and trade.

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