Indigenous Americans

Definition

Indigenous Americans are the original inhabitants of North America before it was colonized by Europeans. They include various Native American tribes with diverse cultures, languages, and histories.

Related terms

Native American Tribes: These are distinct groups within Indigenous American communities that have unique cultures, languages, traditions, and territories.

Treaty Rights: Treaty rights refer to legal agreements between Indigenous nations and colonial governments that define land ownership, resource use, hunting/fishing rights, etc.

Sovereignty: Sovereignty is the ability of a nation or group to govern itself independently without interference from external powers.