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The Great Plains of North America — stretching from the Mississippi River to the Rocky Mountains — were home to numerous Native American nations for centuries before the arrival of white settlers. Understanding the way of life of the Plains Indians is essential for the AQA GCSE History course on America, 1840–1895.
The term "Plains Indians" refers to a diverse group of Native American nations who lived on the Great Plains. The most significant nations for GCSE study include:
| Nation | Location | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Sioux (Lakota) | Northern Plains (Dakotas) | Largest and most powerful nation; led by chiefs such as Sitting Bull and Crazy Horse |
| Cheyenne | Central Plains (Colorado, Wyoming) | Allied with the Sioux; skilled warriors |
| Comanche | Southern Plains (Texas) | Expert horsemen; dominated the southern Plains |
| Crow | Montana, Wyoming | Sometimes allied with the US army against the Sioux |
| Pawnee | Nebraska | Semi-sedentary; grew crops as well as hunting |
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