Inuit

“Us and Them” is a critique of the social control that the medical model places upon non-European cultures. The theory of ‘Us and Them’ is derived from the psychologist Henri Tajfel, as a process of social identifiers, in which society categorizes people as strictly one way or the other. The most compelling example and that the comic intends to portray is, colonialism. European settlers invaded societies with the pretense that they were aiding the ‘savages’ native to the land. One can argue that…

The Great War brings together all Canadian citizens to fight for their country through co-operation and patriotism. Yet, although all citizens participate in the war effort both in battle and at the home front, it is indisputable that some groups are acknowledged less or not at all. History reasons that during a time of great discrimination, racism, and obvious disrespect, British, white men receive greater commemoration for their contributions. Thus for previous disregard, minorities such as…

Throughout history, numerous societies have dealt with many struggles and conflicts. Global pandemics and climate change are just two of these struggles that society still deals with today. History, particularly the historic backgrounds of ancient, medieval, and modern times, can educate people on solutions to these problems. First, Jared Diamond explains how climate change influences lifestyles of the ancient Maori and medieval Greenland Norse. Second, Richard A. Muller addresses the dangers of…

I grew up in a small, rural community in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. Recently I returned to visit my high school where I saw my former band director. He asked me an interesting question; one I had never been asked before, “What is the most important thing you have learned from your experiences?” Without dwelling on the question much I replied, “People are more similar than they are different.” I surprised myself with this blunt statement that streamed out of my mouth. After reflecting, I believe…

tribes were and where they resided. There are many common terms to refer to the native people including American Indians, Tribal nations, indigenous nations, first peoples, and Native Americans. Alaskan natives are called by their territories like the Inuits or the Aleuts. There are certain issues with the terms Indians and Native Americans. For one, they are not from Indian, and secondly the term Native American was used during the anti-immigration movement in the 1860s-1925. It has been…

The Transatlantic Slave Trade Database claims that around 12.5 million enslaved Africans were brought to America between the years of 1525 and 1866 (Transatlantic Slave Database). It is also estimated that out of the 12.5 million brought over, only 10.7 million were able to endure what is known as, “Middle Passage”. For 245 years those Men, Women, and Children worked as Slaves on large southern plantations for no money at all. Brutally beaten, whipped, lynched, and killed, if they tried to…

to enhance Indigenous education, knowledge, health and research. His membership of the Indigenous Knowledge and Research Protocol Subcommittee of the Government of Canada 's Panel on Research Ethics, Chapter 9: Research Involving the First Nations, Inuit and Metis Peoples of Canada is evidence that his scholarship is recognized at the highest levels. Similarly, he has transferred insights from his research and scholarship to facilitate community building between UBC and Squamish Nation and one…

Few were willing to do this. Metis and Inuit people were not covered by treaties, so they were not excluded. The Aboriginals did not want to be assimilated into non- Aboriginal society. Voting in Canadian elections would mean participating in a government that was alien to traditions, conventions…

A Feud Over Fur 1821, two competitors merge to end fighting, and find strength, united. The Hudson’s Bay Company and the North West Company merged during July, 1821. This came after a tense competition between the companies since around 1787, which grew into that of a war; many battles were fought, and many ruthless actions were taken during that time. After pressure from the British government, the two companies merged; both realized that their battle would destroy both sides. The new company…

Other Evidence of Neandertal Culture Much can be inferred about Neandertal culture from the archaeological evidence. For instance, it is probable that in colder climates they wore some sort of protective clothing to keep warm. In all likelihood, they used animal skins for this purpose. There are two sources of indirect evidence for this. First, many Neandertal sites have stone awls or borers. These were flakes that had been shaped to produce a beak-like projection on one end or side.…