Myths & Misconceptions About Native Americans: Ep 3 of Crash Course Native American History

From sports mascots to “the First Thanksgiving,” bland representations of Native Americans are everywhere. In this episode of Crash Course Native American History, we’ll tackle common myths and misconceptions about Native people and uncover the truth behind tribal casinos, government handouts, and more.

Introduction: Super Bowl XXVI 00:00
"The First Thanksgiving" 0:38
Westerns & Native Invisibility 4:20
Native Mascots 5:28
Casinos & Government Handouts 8:26
Review & Credits 11:13

Sources:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1g1BpQk_2qXtFeQBffoAT-rrogcKRaA2eNjeRCpmCrJ8/edit?usp=sharing

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