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What did the Makah American Indians do that was so shocking and what was their reasoning?
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∙ 6y ago
They asserted their right to hunt whales based on their oral history of whaling being part of their past culture. Whaling by the Makah was suspended earlier because commercial whaling had depleted whale stocks so much. They also asserted that their right to hunt whales was guaranteed by treaty with the US government.
The 1855 Treaty of Neah Bay, states in part: "The right of taking fish and of whaling or sealing at usual and accustomed grounds and stations is further secured to said Indians in common with all citizens of the United States."
They have not only asserted the right but have followed through by taking at least one whale since courts confirmed their right to do so.
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Did the makah Indians have enemies?
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What languages are spoken by Makah Indians?
The Makah people Speak:Englishqʷi·qʷi·diččaq, called "the Makah Language" in English.The Makah language is only spoken as a second language, but a revival plan is underway.
What indians were famous for hunting whales?
The Makah.
What agricultural methods did the Makah Indians practice?
The agricultural methods that the Makah Indians practiced were very simple. The used some sharp blades and digging sticks to till their land.
What food do the makah eat?
the Indians planted grass and hunters
What did the makah Indians wear?
The Makah Indians wore robes and pants made from whale skin, bear fur, seal skin , and otter hide. Hope this helps! H+T
What did the makah Indians live in?
They live in tiki huts in washington by the bay
Where did the makah tribe come from?
The Makah Indians are original people of the Pacific Northwest Coast. They live in Washington State.
What did the makah Indians do for celebrations?
There traditions are to hunt whales and a lot of kinds of sea animals.
What did the makah wear?
The Makah Indians wore robes and pants made from whale skin, bear fur, seal skin , and otter hide. Hope this helps! H+T
What kinds of herbs did the makah Indians use or eat?
any herbs that would be edible or be medicine.
What are customs of the makah Indians?
A whole bunch of stuff no one knows or gives a darn tootin about (;
