Discover the power of the Iroquois tribal alliance that dominated ancient North America.
From their unique social organization to their shrewd diplomatic strategies, the Iroquois are considered one of the indigenous forces shaping regional history.
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Comprising six main tribes, the Iroquois are made up of the Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, Seneca, and Tuscarora tribes. Photo: Pinterest. The Great Peace League. The Iroquois established an early, advanced political system, bringing peace among tribes across a vast territory. Photo: Pinterest.
The longhouse is a distinctive feature. Many families of the Iroquois community live together in these long, wooden houses. Photo: Pinterest. A matriarchal society. The Iroquois lineage is traced through the mother, and women play a crucial role. Photo: Pinterest.
Skilled in farming, the Iroquois nomads cultivate three main crops , known as the "three sisters": corn, beans, and squash. Photo: Pinterest. The Iroquois culture is rich in rituals. Their seasonal festivals are linked to agricultural activities. Photo: Pinterest. Influence on the US Constitution. Some of America's democratic ideas were inspired by the Iroquois alliance. Photo: Pinterest.
It still exists today. The Iroquois community has maintained its cultural traditions for centuries. Photo: Pinterest. We invite our readers to watch the video : The Origins of Civilization / VTV2
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