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Iroquois Indians
The Iroquois or Haudenosaunee “People of the Longhouse" occupied the area of upstate New York long before the arrival of the Europeans. Questions about them or any of the nine clans of the Iroquois confederacy go here.
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Iroquois confederacy of New York?
The five Iroquois nations, characterizing themselves as "the people of the longhouse," were the Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, and Seneca. It now comprises the Six Nations: Mohawk, Onondaga, Oneida, Cayuga, Seneca and Tuscarora.
How did the Iroquois upset the balance of power?
The Iroquois were totally against the British and French people, so they made them angry and started a war called, the Iroquois Wars/Beaver Wars.
What are the roles of woman in Haudenosaunee culture?
In Haudenosaunee culture, women hold significant and respected roles, particularly in the realms of family, agriculture, and decision-making. They are responsible for cultivating crops, which is central to the community's sustenance, and they play a crucial role in maintaining social structures. Women also have a voice in governance, as clan mothers have the authority to nominate and remove leaders, reflecting their influence in political matters. Overall, Haudenosaunee women are integral to both the economic and social fabric of their society.
What types of ceremonies or traditions does the Iroquois have or do?
What do they do in Iriquois ceremonies
What did the eastern woodland use for shelter?
They use wood and bark for there shelter and to keep them attached they use a very strong and special tool which is a part of mother nature to tie together so it does not fall they soak the straw let it dry so it can be very strong.... they are called long houses
Where were the Iroquois located in America?
A Native American confederacy inhabiting New York State and originally composed of the Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, and Seneca peoples, known as the Five Nations. After 1722 the confederacy was joined by the Tuscaroras to form the Six Nations. Also called Iroquois League. For the source and more detailed information concerning this subject, click on the related links section (Answers.com) indicated below this answer box.
A Native American confederacy inhabiting New York State and originally composed of the Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, and Seneca peoples, known as the Five Nations. After 1722 the confederacy was joined by the Tuscaroras to form the Six Nations. Also called Iroquois League. For the source and more detailed information concerning this subject, click on the related links section (Answers.com) indicated below this answer box.
A Native American confederacy inhabiting New York State and originally composed of the Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, and Seneca peoples, known as the Five Nations. After 1722 the confederacy was joined by the Tuscaroras to form the Six Nations. Also called Iroquois League. For the source and more detailed information concerning this subject, click on the related links section (Answers.com) indicated below this answer box.
A Native American confederacy inhabiting New York State and originally composed of the Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, and Seneca peoples, known as the Five Nations. After 1722 the confederacy was joined by the Tuscaroras to form the Six Nations. Also called Iroquois League. For the source and more detailed information concerning this subject, click on the related links section (Answers.com) indicated below this answer box.
A Native American confederacy inhabiting New York State and originally composed of the Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, and Seneca peoples, known as the Five Nations. After 1722 the confederacy was joined by the Tuscaroras to form the Six Nations. Also called Iroquois League. For the source and more detailed information concerning this subject, click on the related links section (Answers.com) indicated below this answer box.
A Native American confederacy inhabiting New York State and originally composed of the Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, and Seneca peoples, known as the Five Nations. After 1722 the confederacy was joined by the Tuscaroras to form the Six Nations. Also called Iroquois League. For the source and more detailed information concerning this subject, click on the related links section (Answers.com) indicated below this answer box.
In what area of the US do the Iroquois live?
The Iroquois live mainly in New York, Wisconsin, Oklahoma, and North Carolina
Who are famous Iroquois people that live today?
Empress Irene:She took her sons place as a regent.She eventually took over the throne.She was then sent to exile.(very simple outline)
Why was the formation of the Iroquois league considered to be a significant political develiment?
They provided a long era of peace between the 6 Native American nations and was the founding government/confederacy to reign such Native American culture and power.
What did the Haudenosaunee beleve in?
They believed in "The Three Sisters" who represented beans, corn and squash. They believed in myths and legends that told about "The Three Sisters"
Festivals and ceremonies were held for the harvesting and ripening of crops. Five festivals were held each year. Each one lasted several days. There was "The Maple Festival", "The Green Corn Festival", "The Strawberry Festival", "The Planting Festival", "The Midwinter Festival"
the tooth fairy, santa clause, Easter bunny, stepping on a crack will break your mommas back....
What are some words that the Cherokee speak?
I am a quarter Cherokee and am teaching myself Cherokee. asgana (Ahs-Gah-Nah) is Cherokee for wicked. It is also Cherokee for un-christian. Gawonisgi (Gah-Woh-Nees-Gee) is Cherokee for radio. Also Cherokee for Cherokee is Tslalagi (Tsah-La-Gee)
How did the Iroquois entertain themselves?
I'm guessing with music, stories, walks through nature, being social, art, sex, food....(just like all other humans!!)
The Hoyaneh are basically the chiefs that the clan mothers advised in Iroquois society. They still do. For more info, I suggest you visit:
http://www.nelson.com/albertasocialstudies/productinfo/gr6_9/documents/abss6ch4draft.pdf
What is used as a symbol in the passage from the Iroquois Constitution?
The Iroquois people depended on nature and understood its effect on everyday life.
