Oceti Sakowin: The Lakota People - The Great Sioux Nation

This video is for the ““The Lakota People & Nation“.. , their history, culture and affiliations. There are also videos in this channel, for: Chief Sitting Bull.., Chief Spotted Elk.., Grandfather Black Elk.., Chief Red Cloud.., War Chief & Spiritual Leader Crazy Horse.., Grandfather/Chief Frank Fools Crow (many!).., Elder Russell Means (3).., ..“The Wounded Knee Massacre”.., “The Wounded Knee Occupation” (1973).., “The Sand Creek Massacre”.., “The Standing Rock - Dakota Access Pipeline Protest” (2016).., ..“Red Cloud’s War”.., Elder LaDonna Bravebull Allard.., Unci Beatrice & Unci Rita Long Visitor Holy Dance.., Bobby Jean Three Legs.. ..and many other respected Lakota & Sioux People. ------------------------------------------------- The Lakota People, or, the people of Standing Rock are one of the first original Indigenous American tribes who inhabited Turtle Island (North America) before the arrival of Europeans. Often referred to as the Great Sioux Nation, these people can be divided into three distinct groups based on the language and geography: Dakota (Santee, Eastern Dakota), Lakota (Teton, Western Dakota) and Nakota (Yankton, Central Dakota). “Dakota” and “Lakota” means “friends” or, “allies”. ------------------------------------------------- I claim no ownership of any of the clips, video and music expressed in this employ my borrowing of them with much respect and thanks. Credits are also given at the end of the videos..., as well as below. **** No personal monetization is being done with this video, by me..., nor am I receiving any other benefits from any of these videos.. They are meant for all.., to heal, teach, discuss, inspire and share. No theft and/or disrespect is intended. I make these with love and respect. --------- I thank, with respect: The Lakota People & Nation..; All the respected Elders, Youth, Drummers, Singers & in this video.; ..; THE TRAGICALLY HIP..; Robbie Robertson, Verdell Primeaux, Johnny Mike..; CALVIN STANDING BEAR..; LAKOTA THUNDER..; PINK FLOYD.. and to all the other brothers and sisters who have contributed to this video.., in any way... , with any clips, or photos. Chi Miigwetch!.. Many Blessings & Thanks..! *Set video to 960 X 540p HD, for best viewing. (480P - You-Tube)