Articles written by Jeffrey R Gudzune

Often confused as a universal element, the Dreamcatcher has become a highly valued symbol of Native North America.

May 13, 2012 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

Even with rising population statistics, native tribes still face the dangers associated with rampant poverty.

Feb 20, 2012 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

In 1926, a veteran government analyst was given the task of examining federal Indian policy. His report would change the established order.

Jan 15, 2012 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

For over a century, thousands of native children endured an assualt conducted by government sponsored boarding schools.

Dec 16, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

The largest and most prominent example of assimilation policy was founded by a former army officer named Richard Pratt.

Dec 3, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

Assimilation traces its roots back to the colonial period. As it evolved, it gave rise to the largest effort to undermine native culture--the Indian School

Nov 18, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

In recent years, South Dakota's Crow Creek Indian Reservation has joined dozens of tribes who are enduring the ultimate attack.

Nov 4, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

In response to the harsh punishments inflicted upon man by the Council of Animals, plants came together and bestowed a most precious gift--medicine.

Oct 21, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

Among the Eastern Band of the Cherokee, there is a story of how medicine was brought to the world of man. It began with a council of animals.

Oct 8, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

In native medicine, elements of science and spirituality combine to form a unique understanding of the nature of the universe.

Sep 25, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

Among the primary religious philosophies, the Greater Circle entails a deeper understanding of man's relationship to the universe.

Sep 16, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

Color has a special meaning to all cultures. Among the Cherokee, color is linked to spirituality.

Sep 4, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

There are a variety of ways to indicate pain in the Cherokee language.

Aug 27, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

The Cherokee have a variety of words for the parts of the human body. In order to differentiate between singular and plural, modification is required..

Aug 19, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

The Cherokee word for body is tsi-ye-lv-i. Understanding the words and phrases associated with the human body involves a two-part examination.

Aug 13, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

One rarely orders food without a beverage. Therefore, what would an exploration of food be without and exploration of drink?

Aug 4, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

Some have argued that food is culture--at least a people's relationship with food. Among the Cherokee, food items take on their own special meanings

Jul 31, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

The Cherokee have specific rules governing how to ask for an individual which differ from those rules associated with asking for directions.

Jul 21, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

The Cherokee have developed a specific set of terms to describe professions.

Jul 16, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

Asking a question in Cherokee can be complicated, but it is not impossible. Here are some examples of common Cherokee questions.

Jul 7, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

Asking a question in Cherokee is the true test of one's linguistic skills. Here are a few, short examples.

Jun 25, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

While time has worn many of these terms away, the Cherokee do use a unique combination of words to identify siblings.

Jun 18, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

The Cherokee consider family to be vitally important.

Jun 10, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

The Cherokee use the same monetary system as the United States. However, they have developed a specific nomenclature to describe the denominations.

May 27, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

Having seen the days, months, and numerals in the Cherokee language, its now time to put these words together into sentences.

May 13, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

The Cherokee are very specific when it comes to numerals.

May 3, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

Due to interaction with white communities, the Cherokee language has expanded to include the days of the weeks and the months of year.

Apr 23, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

Here are some common words and phrases used in the Cherokee language.

Apr 19, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

Here are some of the special punctuation marks used in the Cherokee language.

Apr 8, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

This article contains a pronunciation guide for the Cherokee langauge. Use this guide to learn the language.

Apr 3, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

Do you want to learn some of the key words and phrases that are a part of the Cherokee language? Please join me as we look at this subject.

Mar 19, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

In the years following the relocation of the Cherokee Nation, Sequoyah set out on a last mission, aimed at reuniting his scattered people.

Mar 8, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

Despite seeking a quiet retirement among the western Cherokee, Sequoyah's popularity made him a much sought after figure.

Feb 25, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

The Cherokee Nation officially accepted Sequoyah's syllabary as the written form of the Cherokee language in 1825.

Feb 11, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

In 1822, Sequoyah and A-yo-ka faced trial for witchcraft in Alabama.

Jan 29, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

In 1821, Sequoyah demonstrated the practicality of a written language to a skeptical world.

Jan 14, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

Sequoyah worked on a written syllabary for the Cherokee language for twelve years. Despite the suspicion of his friends and family, he did not give up.

Jan 9, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

In 1809, a silversmith named Sequoyah set out to create a written alphabet for his language.

Jan 4, 2011 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

While John Ross struggled to hold his government together in the west, a new branch of the Cherokee Nation formed in the east.

Dec 17, 2010 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

On June 22, 1839, the most prominent proponents of the Treaty of New Echota were assassinated.

Dec 3, 2010 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

The "old settlers" had migrated voluntarily in the 1820s. With the arrival of the eastern Cherokee, two governments fought for control.

Nov 26, 2010 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

From the summer of 1838 until the spring of 1839, the eastern Cherokee Nation migrated west to face an uncertain future.

Nov 21, 2010 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

Those in favor of a hard line approach to the Cherokee sought a change in command. Eventually, Winfield Scott was tasked with relocating the Cherokee.

Nov 6, 2010 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

As Andrew Jackson left office, John Ross took his campaign to the new president. His mission was to prevent the destruction of the Cherokee Nation.

Oct 29, 2010 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

Despite the ratification of the Treaty of New Echota, John Ross continued to resist. In the meantime, settlers flooded into Cherokee territory.

Oct 22, 2010 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

In response to the Treaty of New Echota, John Ross waged a public relations campaign designed to undermine its ratification.

Oct 16, 2010 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

While John Ross and John Ridge agreed to a compromise, the American Commissioner for Cherokee Affrairs took his appeal directly to the Cherokee Nation.

Oct 8, 2010 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

John Ridge was deemed a rebel for his support of Cherokee relocation. However, his motivations were not as dubious.

Oct 1, 2010 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

While John Ross sought to save the Cherokee Nation from the hardships of relocation, elements within the National Council formed a pro-removal faction.

Sep 24, 2010 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

In 1832, the state of Georgia began to auction off Cherokee territory. This was in violation of a Supreme Court ruling on Cherokee sovereignty.

Sep 17, 2010 - Jeffrey R Gudzune