In the late 1800s, the United States government contrived the land, allotment act in an effort to assimilate natives into American society.
Since the Trail of Tears, our people have struggled off and on with the United States government. Yet, through it all, we've remained resolute and resilient.
Before complete colonization, our tribe was matrilineal. Women had an essential part in Choctaw society, more so than Europeans.
When we think of Native Americans, we envision something. Yet, diversity exists among tribes and peoples.