First Peoples of North America: Homelands and Histories

The provided sources offer a comprehensive overview of the history of Indigenous peoples in North America, spanning from their deep past before European contact to contemporary issues. They explain the diverse pre-colonial societies, cultures, and governance structures across the continent. The text then details the catastrophic impacts of European arrival, including devastating diseases, and explores the distinct colonial strategies of Spain, France, and Britain. Finally, the sources document the imposition of state control through treaties and legislation like the Indian Act, the trauma of residential and boarding schools, and the resilient Indigenous movements for self-determination, reconciliation, and the revitalization of their cultures and languages.

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