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- Treaties between the federal government and American Indian tribes set out the duties and responsibilities that the federal government owes to a particular tribe. Treaties can cover issues such as land boundaries, hunting and fishing rights, and guarantees of peace.
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Jun 22, 2022 · Learn about the history and records of treaties between the U.S. and American Indian nations from 1774 to 1871. Explore the online exhibit "Rights of Native Americans" and find additional resources on treaties and federal law.
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May 1, 2024 · Treaties between the federal government and American Indian tribes set out the duties and responsibilities that the federal government owes to a particular tribe. Treaties can cover issues such as land boundaries, hunting and fishing rights, and guarantees of peace.
Explore the history and significance of treaties between the United States and Native Peoples, who were independent sovereign nations. See examples of treaties from 1778 to 1868, on loan from the National Archives and Records Administration.
American Indian treaties before the courts. These links provide access to journal publications on court cases in various jurisdictions that have cited one or more of the 375 recognized American Indian treaties. The list of uncited treaties has diminished since the first two articles were produced.
Approximately 368 treaties were negotiated and signed by U.S. commissioners and tribal leaders (and subsequently approved by the U.S. Senate) from 1777 to 1868. They enshrine promises our government made to Indian Nations.
