Tuscarora (tribe) facts for kids
The Tuscarora are a group of Native American people. They are part of the Iroquoian language family, which means they speak a language similar to other Iroquois groups. Today, you can find Tuscarora people living in North Carolina, New York, and Ontario, Canada.
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Who Are the Tuscarora People?
The Tuscarora are an important Native American tribe. They have a long history in North America. They are known for their strong culture and traditions.
Where Do Tuscarora People Live Today?
Today, members of the Tuscarora tribe live in different places. Many live in North Carolina, which is where their ancestors originally came from. Others live in New York State. There are also Tuscarora communities in Ontario, Canada. These communities are often called "First Nations band governments" in Canada.
A Look at Tuscarora History
The Tuscarora people originally lived in what is now North Carolina. They were a powerful tribe in the region. They had their own villages and ways of life.
Moving North: Joining the Iroquois Confederacy
Over time, many Tuscarora people began to move north. This happened especially after a war in the early 1700s. They traveled from North Carolina to New York. By 1722, the Tuscarora had joined the Iroquois Confederacy. This was a very strong alliance of Native American nations. When the Tuscarora joined, they became the Sixth Nation of the Confederacy. This was a big step in their history. They shared a similar language with the other Iroquois nations.
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By 1722, the Tuscarora had migrated north from the Carolinas to New York, where they became the Sixth Nation of the Iroquois Confederacy. They also spoke an Iroquoian language.
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Fort Neoheroka Historical Marker.
See also
In Spanish: Tuscarora para niños
