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A History of American Indian Achievement: The Emergence of the American Indian Hero

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The video "A History of American Indian Achievement: The Emergence of the American Indian Hero" delves into the rich history of American Indian accomplishments amidst adversity. Narrated by Tyler Christopher, the episode highlights influential figures like Sarah Winnemucca, who advocated for American Indian rights and preserved Native traditions through her groundbreaking autobiography "Life Among the Piutes." Other distinguished figures such as Gertrude Simmons Bonnin, or Zitkala-Sa, advocated for legislative changes, like the Indian Reorganization Act, promoting cultural restoration. Highlighting athletes, the video celebrates Jim Thorpe, an iconic multi-sport athlete, and others who paved the way in sports. The narrative also acknowledges the role of American Indians like the Navajo Code Talkers during World War II. Through these storied achievements, the video underscores the resilience and cultural renaissance of American Indian communities in the 20th century.

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Runtime: 28 minutes 55 seconds

Native American person with face paint wears animal feathered headdress. Caption. But the history of American Indians in this land.
A History Of American Indian Achievement
Season 0 / Ep 1
27 minutes 24 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
Aerial view of sprawling red rock formations. Caption. Resting between the Rocky Mountains on the east.
A History Of American Indian Achievement
Season 0 / Ep 3
28 minutes 49 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
Man looks down at camera and parts lips in mid-speech. Backdrop displays painting of a militia bearing an American flag and facing off against Native Americans in battle.
A History Of American Indian Achievement
Season 0 / Ep 5
25 minutes 48 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
Black and white photo of the midsection of a woman with long, dark hair. Caption. Sarah was also the first American Indian.
A History Of American Indian Achievement
Season 0 / Ep 7
28 minutes 55 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
Color illustration of a hunter with long, dark hair aiming a spear at two deer by a lake. Caption. Hurled with a unique and powerful tool.
A History Of American Indian Achievement
Season 0 / Ep 2
28 minutes 10 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
Man looks at camera and parts lips mid-speech. Backdrop displays black and white illustration of shirtless man falling forward with hair swept up behind him. Caption. One on the eastern seaboard near present-day Boston.
A History Of American Indian Achievement
Season 0 / Ep 4
28 minutes 5 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
Native American figure with black covering on face holds up weapon in each hand. Second figure lunges in background. Caption. And one of the greatest warrior chiefs.
A History Of American Indian Achievement
Season 0 / Ep 6
28 minutes 47 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
Group of people stand in a cluster with cars in background. Caption. Living inside and outside of mainstream American society.
A History Of American Indian Achievement
Season 0 / Ep 8
27 minutes 58 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12