The Twenty-first Century's Best Works of Native American History

from The New Yorker 2 months ago

Ned Blackhawk emphasizes that conventional U.S. histories often highlight European narratives, neglecting the significant role and suffering of Native Americans throughout American history.
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Beth H. Piatote's 'Domestic Subjects' explores the hardships faced by Native communities during the reservation era, revealing the systemic assimilation policies imposed by the federal government.
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The federal government employed a multi-faceted campaign against Native Americans from 1879 to 1934, targeting their way of life, culture, and identity through insidious means.
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Today's ramifications of historical assimilation practices are profound, as Piatote's work elucidates the enduring impact of these policies on contemporary Native American life.
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