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What is Cahokia?

Cahokia was a settlement built by the ancient Native Americans. It was the largest city that was ever built north of Mexico.


Where was the large city of Cahokia located?

It is located in present day Illinois .


Why might the the descendant of Cahokia chosen to forget Cahokia?

The descendants of Cahokia may have chosen to forget their ancestral city due to a combination of cultural assimilation, trauma from colonial encounters, and the disruptions caused by European settlement. As new social and political structures emerged, the significance of Cahokia may have diminished, leading to a disconnection from its historical identity. Additionally, the loss of traditional practices and languages could contribute to a collective amnesia, as communities sought to adapt to changing circumstances while forging new identities.


Where did Cahokia get trade goods?

Cahokia, the largest pre-Columbian city in North America, obtained trade goods from a vast network that extended across the continent. Goods such as copper, shells, and stone were sourced from regions such as the Great Lakes, the Gulf Coast, and the Appalachian Mountains. This extensive trade network facilitated the exchange of resources, allowing Cahokia to thrive economically and culturally. The city's strategic location near the confluence of the Mississippi, Missouri, and Illinois rivers further enhanced its role as a major trade hub.


What Native American tribe built Cahokia Mounds?

The city of Cahokia was built by an unknown people belonging to the Mississippian culture, at some time in the 9th century AD and it flourished for around 700 years. We do not know the name of this tribe, or any of their personal names, or their language, or many other aspects of their society. This is because they had no writing system, like almost all native American peoples throughout the Americas, and the population completely disappeared around 100 years before any Europeans arrived.