Language

The Iroquoian language family, found in the Eastern Woodlands Culture Area, includes the languages of the League of Five Nations (Oneida, Onondaga, Mohawk, Seneca, and … Continued

During the nineteenth century linguists—scholars who are engaged in the scientific study of language—began to adopt a biological model of language development in which they … Continued

While Washington was named for an American President who was not known for his love of Indians, many of the town names in Washington reflect … Continued

The etymology of Oregon begins in 1765 with a petition to the British King regarding Ouragon, the mythical River of the West. According to the … Continued

English really isn’t a Native American language, but virtually all of today’s Indians speak this as their first and primary language. During the past several … Continued

( – promoted by navajo) The federal election voter guide is now available in the four most commonly spoken Native American/Alaska Native languages:  Cherokee, Dakota, … Continued

In 1853 Commodore Matthew C. Perry brought the American Navy to Japan and forced Japan to end its policy of isolation from the rest of … Continued

( – promoted by navajo) It is estimated that there were between 250 and 400 distinct American Indian languages were being spoken in what is … Continued