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On the night of September 5, 1942, the destroyer USS Gregory was hit and sank near Guadalcanal. Amidst the fire and chao...
09/22/2025

On the night of September 5, 1942, the destroyer USS Gregory was hit and sank near Guadalcanal. Amidst the fire and chaos, one sailor made a choice that defines true heroism.
His name was Charles Jackson French - a 22-year-old steward.
As the survivors struggled in the darkness, French saw a raft carrying 15 badly wounded men. But the tide was pulling them toward the Japanese-occupied coast. Capture - or worse - seemed inevitable.
So French did the unthinkable. He tied a rope around his waist, jumped into the black, shark-infested waters and began swimming.
For six to eight hours, he fought exhaustion and the current, dragging his wounded companions through the night. By dawn, he had pulled them far enough offshore for Allied rescuers to find them.
French received only a letter of commendation in 1943. No medals. No newspaper headlines. Just a footnote in history—for in those days, black (Cherokee) heroes were rarely recognized as they should be.
But his courage cannot be erased. Charles Jackson French swam through fear, through silence, through history itself. He was more than a sailor.
He was a hero

Today is the Rose Marie “Tantoo” Cardinal’s 75th birthday. Born in Anzac, Alberta, Canada, Cardinal is of Cree and Metis...
09/22/2025

Today is the Rose Marie “Tantoo” Cardinal’s 75th birthday. Born in Anzac, Alberta, Canada, Cardinal is of Cree and Metis heritage. Her movie roles include Dances with Wolves (Tubi and The Roku Channel), Legends of the Fall (Hulu), Smoke Signals (Pluto TV), and Killers of the Flower Moon (Apple TV) where she was nominated for a SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture.
Her television credits include many television films, Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman (Pluto TV and Amazon Prime Video), North of 60 (Amazon Prime Video), Blackstone (Tubi, Amazon Prime Video, The Roku Channel), Outlander (Sling TV and Netflix), Stumptown (YouTube), Spirit Rangers (Netflix), Three Pines (Amazon Prime Video), and Echo (Disney+)

And then We were foundThe one thing we’ve learned, is there’s one thing for surethat history is there’s who would write ...
09/21/2025

And then We were found
The one thing we’ve learned, is there’s one thing for sure
that history is there’s who would write it
That those who would rule, would give us their truth
and force us all here to recite it
From Ancient Greek cultures, to grand Persian sultans
to empires of Egypt and Rome
and China’s great wall, speaks nothing at all
of culture and history at home
Was ours not worth knowing? Our people, our story?
Of customs that long had been here
Of a world that was true, and not really brand new
On record for thousands of years
Their history portrays, we were sadly misplaced
When three Spanish ships ran aground
And five hundred nations received their salvation
after waiting so long to be found
But we did pretty good for being ‘lost in the woods
dating back to 10 thousand BC
Our writings were words, not hieroglyph forms
like those found in Egypt and Greece
Our writings have shown, this long had been home
and something the Maya were proud of
For infinite seasons, their garden of Eden
was one they were never cast out of
The Anasazi had built a palace with cliffs
which spirit inspired the thunder
This great canyon remains in four-corner states
A Mecca they simply called Wonder
So why weren’t we schooled of this nation of jewels
with traditions we still remember?
A culture so near that in twelve hundred years
we’d be taking a train up to Denver
Fort Ancients evolved with what they would call
Three Sisters of corn, squash and beans
And before they were found, their Great Serpent Mound
was crowned at Ohio Brush Creek
The Cahokian tribes built their cities astride
the greatest American rivers
One village maintained, and completely sustained
thirty nine thousand civilians
But one of the greatest nations of Natives
emerged from a Nahua reliance
From the Mexico Valley stood a glorious palace
brought forth by the Aztec alliance
The pyramid culture was left for the future
which spoke of the people’s creator
And we’d truly admired the Incan Empire
which prospered around the equator
Before they were found the Taíno were strong
and harvested land and the sea
They used ancient ways for travel and trade
while maintaining the guidelines for peace
For thousands of years, these nations were here
with resources, wealth and with power
Sharing assets abound, before they were found
Before the fruit had turned sour
Then Columbus showed up with three loads of nuts
The Taíno received them as friends
The white folks had thought the Natives were lost
And Natives were sure it was them
Though cordial at first, this visit got worse
They resembled those guests we all know
They wear out their welcome, won’t do what you tell them
and seems like they’ll never go home
On their very next trip they had seventeen ships
and the Natives would soon to discover
they weren’t here to trade, but to kill and enslave
and make riches for only each other
In a four year time two-thirds of them died
a genocide in a full swing
Slaying young and the old, for God and for gold
for them was that’s very same thing
The Columbus regime, was a killing machine
that ruled with terror and fear
This man once admired was finally fired
so brutal he scared his own peers
But his rule still applied that all Natives must die
throughout the Caribbean nations
And a million once strong were soon dead and gone
through murder, disease and starvation
We were much better off back when we were lost
back when we could truly excel
One way or another all Natives discovered
Columbus was sent here from hell
And this is the case to destroy a whole race
with no trace of hundreds of nations
Telling natives in class, enshrined Euro-trash
is honored for killing relations
And by teaching our youth their version of truth
is keeping their legend intact
They're entitled to keep the opinions they reap
but never entitled to facts
And that’s where it’s at, they’re ashamed of the facts
of what they had done to the Natives
they can’t figure out, just how to slide out
from lies that they’ve created
So on Columbus day we’ll rain on parades
To compete with the lies and distortion
The facts they’re bending denies ethnic cleansing
that happened in massive proportions
If it’s Columbus you want, he’s yours but don’t flaunt
by teaching this perjury in class
Though Natives are known for signals of smoke
We don’t need it blown up our Ass
(Author) Daaxkoowadein

If you like facts and knowledge, then follow.The Remarkable Story of Juana Maria: The Real-Life Island of the Blue Dolph...
09/21/2025

If you like facts and knowledge, then follow.
The Remarkable Story of Juana Maria: The Real-Life Island of the Blue Dolphins
Juana Maria, an American Indian woman, found herself stranded on San Nicolas Island off the coast of California in 1835 after being left behind during an evacuation. For the next 18 years, she lived a solitary existence on this remote island, relying on her ingenuity and resourcefulness to survive. Juana Maria's incredible story served as the inspiration for the timeless children's novel "Island of the Blue Dolphins" by Scott O'Dell, captivating readers with her tale of resilience and fortitude.
Despite the challenges of isolation and limited resources, Juana Maria managed to fashion tools, build shelter, and sustain herself by foraging for food. Her ability to adapt to her environment and endure the harsh conditions of island life is a testament to the human spirit's capacity for survival in the face of adversity. Juana Maria's story resonates with readers of all ages, showcasing the strength and determination inherent in individuals confronted with extraordinary circumstances.
The children's novel "Island of the Blue Dolphins" brought Juana Maria's story to a wider audience, immortalizing her legacy and inspiring generations with themes of courage, perseverance, and the power of resilience. Through vivid storytelling, readers were transported to the rugged beauty of San Nicolas Island and immersed in Juana Maria's world of survival and self-reliance. The novel's enduring popularity underscores the universal appeal of narratives that celebrate human tenacity and the triumph of the human spirit.
Juana Maria's solitary existence on San Nicolas Island has also sparked archaeological interest in uncovering her history and the artifacts she left behind. Excavations and studies of the island have revealed insights into her daily life and survival strategies, shedding light on the challenges she faced and the skills she developed to navigate her environment. This ongoing research contributes to our understanding of historical events and the resilience of indigenous peoples in the face of upheaval and displacement.
Juana Maria's story serves as a poignant reminder of the resilience and resourcefulness of individuals in the face of extreme circumstances. Her legacy continues to inspire curiosity, empathy, and admiration for her ability to thrive in isolation and adapt to the challenges of a remote island existence. The enduring fascination with Juana Maria's tale highlights the enduring power of human stories to captivate and inspire across generations.

Indigenous ConnectionsThe True Indigenous Peoples of America: Faces of Forgotten NationsThese are not relics of the past...
09/20/2025

Indigenous Connections
The True Indigenous Peoples of America: Faces of Forgotten Nations
These are not relics of the past. These are the faces of the first nations—the original stewards of this land. Long before borders were drawn or maps were named, they walked these rivers, hunted these plains, and told stories under these stars.
You may know the names: Apache, Sioux, Cherokee, Cheyenne. But there were—and still are—many more: the Blackfoot, the Arapaho, the Navajo, and dozens of others, each with their own languages, traditions, and ways of life passed down through generations.
Their stories have often been silenced. Their history rewritten. Their land taken. But still, they remain—resilient, proud, and rooted in spirit.
Indigenous history is not just something we read about. It’s alive. Breathing. Teaching us what it means to live with the land, not just on it.
This is not just their story. It’s America’s real story. And it deserves to be seen, heard, and remembered.

In Navajo culture, laughter is seen as a powerful symbol of connection. The moment a baby laughs for the first time, it ...
09/18/2025

In Navajo culture, laughter is seen as a powerful symbol of connection. The moment a baby laughs for the first time, it is believed they are choosing to join the human community. Until then, the baby is viewed as still being in transition between the spiritual and physical worlds.

This tradition, known as the A’wee Chi’deedloh ceremony, is typically observed around three months of age. Family members pay close attention during this period, eager to be the one who makes the child laugh. Whoever succeeds earns the honor of hosting the celebration, often preparing a meal of salted food and gifts to mark the occasion.

The ceremony not only celebrates the baby’s first expression of joy, but also emphasizes generosity and community. Salt is symbolically offered to guests to encourage the child to grow up to be generous and kind. It’s one of the earliest social teachings given to a Navajo child—using joy as a path toward belonging and humanity.
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09/18/2025

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Native American history spans at least 15,000 years, beginning with nomadic Paleo-Indian cultures who migrated from Asia...
09/17/2025

Native American history spans at least 15,000 years, beginning with nomadic Paleo-Indian cultures who migrated from Asia to the Americas via a land bridge. Over millennia, diverse, complex societies and empires developed, each with unique traditions and lore, before the arrival of European colonists caused devastating disruption. Key cultural aspects include diverse creation myths, the use of oral tradition for history preservation, advanced agriculture like corn cultivation, and complex social and political systems such as the Iroquois Confederacy

In 1912, near the Badlands of South Dakota, a Lakota tracker named Amos Red Elk forged an unlikely friendship with a rec...
09/17/2025

In 1912, near the Badlands of South Dakota, a Lakota tracker named Amos Red Elk forged an unlikely friendship with a reclusive trapper named Silas McKeen. Silas, a Civil War orphan from Ohio, had wandered west with a rifle and a dog, building a life of solitude along the edge of the Pine Ridge Reservation. Locals called him “Ghost Man” because he rarely spoke and was always seen just before storms.
Amos had been raised in tradition—his grandfather fought at Little Bighorn, and his mother taught him to read the wind and water like scripture. One autumn, Amos found Silas injured in the hills, a rusted bear trap clamped around his leg. He brought him back to his own camp and nursed him through frostbite and fever. At first, Silas resisted—mistrusting the Lakota the way many white men did—but Amos said little, only lit the fire and sang soft in Lakota while the wind howled outside.
By spring, the two were sharing hunts, teaching each other languages, and drinking coffee boiled over pinewood fires. Silas taught Amos how to tan with smoke, and Amos showed Silas how to move with the buffalo-never head-on, always in rhythm.
They became local legends. In 1915, when a blizzard buried the trail to Rapid City, the pair delivered medicine on snowshoes to a dying child, saving his life. When asked why, Silas only said, "My brother said we go."
Amos passed in 1939, Silas two winters later. Their graves are side by side near a ridge of twisted pine.
No family by blood. But brothers, all the same.

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09/16/2025

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