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Great Plains horses

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

The transformation of Great Plains and Great Basin Native American societies following the introduction of horses by Europeans, which became central to hunting and warfare practices.

AP course connection

Topic 1.6: 1.6 Cultural Interactions Between Europeans, Native Americans, and Africans

Unit 1

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