The Great Plains were home to over 30 distinct Native American nations, now referred to as the Plains Indians, whose descendants reside on greatly reduced lands.
Many Native Americans were forcibly relocated by US government policies, leading to communities often struggling on reservations that were ill-suited for habitation.
The Land Back Movement seeks to rectify historical injustices by insisting the US government adhere to treaties with Native peoples that have long been overlooked.
This gallery focuses on the Sioux and Cheyenne, aiming to depict Native American life on the Plains during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
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