First Nations Studies 1020E Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Noble Savage, Sexualization, Wampum
29 Mar 2017
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Illustrates the relationship between two people in visual form via a long beaded belt of white wampum with two parallel lines of purple wampum along its length. Lines symbolizing a separate but equal relationship between two entities based on mutual benefit &respect for each party"s inherent freedom of movement. Neither side can attempt to steer the other from going along their own, self-determined path. Two rows of purple symbolizes the spirit of your ancestors. Three beads of wampum separating the two rows symbolize peace, friendship and respect. Emphasizes the distinct identity of the groups/individuals &a mutual engagement to live in peace without interfering in one another"s affairs. First made between the haudenosaunee and the european nations. First used in 1613 between onandaga (iroquois) of new york state and the dutch. Set amalgamated various laws governing the responsibility of first nations land, enfranchisement, criminal code, cultural practices, agriculture, etc.
