These articles tell about the cultures of the Mayans, Pawnee, Choctaw, Apache, Comanche, Nez Perce, Wampanoag, and Chumash Indians. American Indians are often referred to as Native Americans as they were the first to inhabit the country. As long ago as 40,000 years ago, the Paleo Indians were living in our continent. Many Indian tribes were known for their fighting strategy and fierce warriors like the Apache and Comanche tribes. The Indians contributed many wonderful arts, crafts, fashion, and music that people of all kinds still love today. Many people visiting Indian craft shops leave with colorful Indian masks, headdress, paintings, and other beautiful works of art. The Native American Indians are known for their stunning accessories such as necklaces, bracelets and belts often made of turquoise, garnets, and silver. Learn the significance of feathers in an Indian headdress and the name of the Indian tribe that was the basis for the tradition of Thanksgiving.

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