THE INUIT PEOPLE OF THE ATLANTIC REGION

THE INUIT In the vast frozen wilderness of the Arctic, where ice and snow reign supreme, A resilient people have thrived for centuries – the Inuit. Welcome, dear viewers, to a remarkable journey through the cultural richness of the Inuit people, a journey that will unravel the secrets of their survival, their artistry, and their profound connection to the natural world. Join me as we delve into this captivating exploration of the Inuit way of life. Our journey begins with the harsh environment that has shaped the Inuit way of life. Endless stretches of ice and snow, freezing temperatures, and treacherous waters that make this a challenging place to survive. But the Inuit have adapted brilliantly, mastering the art of hunting and living in harmony with the spirits that govern their world. HISTORY The history of the Inuit is fascinating and spans thousands of years. The Inuit are believed to be descendants of the Thule culture, which originated in Alaska around 1000 CE. The Thule people were skilled hunters and navigators, using kayaks and dog sleds to traverse the Arctic regions. Over time, they migrated eastward, reaching Greenland around the same period. The Inuit were highly adaptive to their harsh Arctic environment. They relied on hunting marine mammals like seals, whales, and walrus, as well as fishing and gathering edible plants. Inuit society was organized in small, nomadic groups, and they lived in temporary winter houses made of snow and ice, known as igloos, and summer tents made of animal skins. With the arrival of European explorers in the 17th and 18th centuries, the Inuit encountered outsiders and engaged in trade with them. European contact, however, also brought diseases and disruptions to their way of life. In the 19th and early 20th centuries, colonial powers, including Denmark in Greenland and Canada in the Arctic regions, began exerting control over Inuit territories. This led to significant changes in their traditional lifestyles, as they were introduced to Western practices and faced forced assimilation efforts, such as residential schools. In Canada, the Inuit are recognized as one of the distinct Indigenous groups. The Constitution Act of 1982 acknowledges their unique cultural identity and grants them certain rights and protections under sections 25 and 35. Greenlandic Inuit, despite being part of the Kingdom of Denmark, have their own autonomous government and have made efforts to preserve their language and culture. #culture #inuit #arctic ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ► NBO_Ben is a place to help you discover great things about Cultures all around the world. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🔴 COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER NBO_Ben doesn’t fully own the material compiled in this video. It belongs to individuals or organizations that deserve respect. We use under: Copyright disclaimer section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976. “fair use“ is allowed for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarships, and research. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🔴 If you are the owner of the materials used in this video, let us know in the comments. We will follow your request immediately.