Understanding Indigenous Enslavement

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One of the four divisions of the Shoshone tribe, it is unique from the other three divisions due to language and cultural variations. The Western Shoshone were indigenous to the Great Basin and today live on reservations in Idaho, Nevada, Utah, and California.

Empire

A group of colonies, territories, or nations held under the control of a more powerful nation. Within the context of the article, the term is a reference to European nations such as Spain, France, and England that had control over lands throughout the world, including in the Americas, where the Europeans came into conflict with the Native Americans indigenous to these territories.

Indigenous

Originating from an area; native to a place. The term sometimes refers to plants and animals in the phrase “indigenous species.” In the context of the article, the term refers to the people who lived in an area prior to colonial settlement, have a strong link to the area’s territory and natural resources, and have a distinct culture. In the U.S., the original inhabitants are known as Native Americans or American Indians. In Canada, the original inhabitants are referred to as the First Nations. People in these groups also identify in sub-groups called tribes, which have different cultures and lifestyles.

Spanish frontier

The territory controlled by the Spanish in the American Southwest, but outside of the distinct empire established by the Spanish in South America.

Culture

The non-material knowledge and material physical objects associated with a group. Non-material aspects include language, food preparation techniques, and religious practices. Material aspects include clothing, tools, art, crafts, and homes.