Life in the Colonies: Indigenous Communities

The video explores the history of indigenous communities in the United States, highlighting their initial harmonious existence and the subsequent impact of European settlers. It discusses the peaceful exchanges and eventual conflicts over land, the devastating effects of European diseases, and the forced slavery of indigenous people. Despite these challenges, indigenous communities have strived to preserve their cultures and traditions.

What role did European diseases play in the decline of indigenous populations?

In what ways did indigenous communities attempt to preserve their cultures despite European colonization?