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Are there many different groups of native Americans in the pacific northwest?

Yes, there were historically many tribes living along the Pacific coast of Canada and the north-west coast of the USA. Among others are: Eyak Tlingit Tsimshian Haida Bella Coola Haisla Heiltsuk Bella Bella Ooweekeno Kwakiutl Nootka North Coast Salish Central Coast Salish Makah Southern Coast Salish Kwalhioqua Chinookan Clatskanie Tillamook Alsean Kalapuya Siusluwan Coosan Athapaskan


The northwest indian war inflicted more casualities on the united states military than what 5 indian wars combined?

The Northwest Indian War (1785 -1795) was a war between the United States and a confederation of numerous Indian tribes (supported by the British), for control of the Northwest Territory, as Ohio, Indiana, and the surrounding areas were then known. The war followed centuries of conflict over this territory, first among Native American tribes, and then as Great Britain and France began trading in the region, plus Scot-Irish immigration and the rise of the United States. This 10-year war caused more American casualties than those of the West against Cochise, Geronimo, Sitting Bull, and the other famous Indian chiefs.


What types of land base would you find on Indian reservation?

Types of land base vary among different manmade and natural environments. As Indian reservations are scattered among different biomes, their land bases can be wildly different.


What country built a global empire by the 1800s?

By the opening of the 19th century, Great Britain had built a global empire stretching both east and west from its home-islands off the northwest coast of Europe. After its defeat of Napoleonic France in 1815, the British Empire had no equal among other modern nations as it developed its imperial holdings still further.


In Florida what counties have American Indian name?

The counties in Florida that contain the American Indian name are the Osceola county, Pinellas countyÊ andÊ Manatee county among others.

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Because of missionary and government pressures the Northwest coast Indian potlatch system?

exists among some, but not all, tribes where it is practiced in modified forms.


Who were the best known traders among the North west Coast Indians?

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Who were the best known traders among the northwest coast native Americans?

Iroquois==========================================================Answer: The Iroquois lived in the northeast, not the northwest, so they hardly qualify.The Chinook Proper or Lower Chinook of the mouth of the Columbia River traded extensively with British and American companies. Their name was given to an inter-tribal jargon used by many neighbouring tribes when bringing goods for trade.An example of the Chinook jargon is: Hiyu siwash tiglite yukwa (many Indians live here), where siwash is an attempt to pronounce the French word sauvage, a savage or Indian.


How did Sioux trade with other Indians?

The plains Sioux traded furs, buffalo hides, and horses. The East coast Sioux traded poop, The Saponi Sioux was one of the main traders among the East coast indians.


What has the author Sylvester Crakes written?

Sylvester Crakes has written: 'Five years a captive' -- subject(s): Siksika Indians, Captivities, Fiction 'Five years a captive among the Black-Feet Indians, or, A thrilling narrative of the adventures, perils and suffering endured by John Dixon and his companions, among the savages of the Northwest Territory of North America. Never before published' -- subject(s): Indian captivities, Siksika Indians, Fur traders


Which group living in Canaan included skilled sailors and traders?

The Phoenicians were the group that lived in Canaan; skilled sailors and traders were among them.


What languages were spoken by Interior Plains Indians?

The tribes that speak Salishan languages may be conveniently divided into Northern Plateau and Interior Salish; there are also Coast Salish among the Northwest Coast Indians. The Northern Plateau Salish include the Shuswap, Lillooet, and Ntlakapamux


Who was the Northwest explorer?

Lewis and Clark, among others.


Which of the was not among the items found in China that became valuable to foreign traders?

Pepper


Which was not among the items found in china that became valuable to the foreign traders?

Pepper


Who was the Pacific Northwest explorer?

Lewis and Clark, among others.


What purpose does a potlatch serve?

The purpose of a potlatch is to give a gift. It is a social event where a ceremonial feast among certain Indians of the Northwest and the Pacific Coast gives gifts to tribesmen. It could also be a celebration of a marriage.