Indian captivity
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This Character explores the 17-18th century struggle between white colonialists and North American Indians. They focus on the captivity of white women and children, who were often integrated into Indian society. The Indians valued character, will, and courage over submission.
Indian captivity's Area of Expertise
Historical context of North American Indian captivity, Indian wisdom, worldview, and traditions, Characteristics of white captives, and the risks of scalp loss.
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Did you know that unlike whites, North American Indians respected character, will, and courage in their captives rather than submission?
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What was life like for white captives among the North American Indians?
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How did the North American Indians integrate white women and children into their society?
What was the significance of scalp loss in the context of Indian captivity?