Native American Studies
Assimilation is the process by which individuals or groups from one culture adopt the customs, values, and behaviors of another culture, often leading to the loss of their original cultural identity. This process can be voluntary or forced and typically involves various social, political, and economic pressures that push marginalized groups to conform to the dominant culture. In the context of Native American history, assimilation has been a significant factor through policies and systems aimed at integrating Indigenous peoples into Euro-American society.
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