The Iroquois: A Successful Civilization

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There were many ways the Iroquois was made a successful civilization, here are a couple ways how.

The Iroquois used their natural recourses around them to create clothes, houses, canoes, weapons, and much more!

Another way they were successful was their political system. They worked together to the best of their abilities. They let The Great Council and the women decide what’s best for their tribe and community. The women chose 50 men for the council, but most likely experienced men. As you can see, the political system they owned was very high quality, they even made an Iroquois league!

The last example on how they were made successful is their beliefs and customs. They gave thanks for what the had been given from nature, and gave thanks

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