Haudenosaunee’s Legendary Founding
About the Episode
The Hiawatha wampum belt tells the story of the Haudenosaunee’s legendary founding and wampum’s power to heal. It tells of a warrior named Hiawatha who meets a prophet known as the Peacemaker. Together, with the help of Jigonsaseh, the first Clan Mother, they bring an end to war and create America’s first democracy.
Aired:
08/14/18
| Expires: | Runtime: 5m 52s
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Extras
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Navajo Star Wars
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Producer Dan Golding is surprised with 100-year-old recordings of his great-grandfather.4:51 -
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Betty Osceola - Earth Protector
Betty Osceola draws on Miccosukee teachings about protecting the world in which we live.5:48
