The Comanche and the Horse
About the Episode
Today the image of Indians on horseback is iconic. But Native Americans never set eyes on a horse before the 15th century when Europeans bring them to America as a weapon of conquest. The Comanche and other native peoples adapt the horse as a powerful ally in the fight to protect their land and way of life. The Comanche consider the horse a relative and a gift from the Creator.
Aired:
08/14/18
| Expires: | Runtime: 5m 22s
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Extras
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Ancient Amazon Peoples
Ancient art suggests people have been in the Americas much longer than previously thought.3:03 -
Extended Interview: Diana Magaloni on the Power of Pigments
Illuminating the extraordinary measures Aztec artists took to record their culture.2:52 -
Extended Interview: Evidence of the Comanche
With help, the archaeologist finds evidence of the illusive Comanche.2:15 -
Extended Interview: Severin Fowles on Native Science
Archaeologist Severin Fowles re-imagines Native religion as Native science.1:25 -
Extended Interview: Burning a Forest to Revive a People
Valentin Lopez, of the Amah Mutsun, uses fire to save his peoples culture.3:23 -
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Comanche Horse Traditions
Horses continue to be an important part of Comanche identity and tradition.1:59 -
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Extended Interview: Religion at Teotihuacan
Harvard professor of Religion David Carrasco speaks on religion and Teotihuacan.2:38 -
