The first two episodes focus on civilizations before europeans, while episodes three and four focus on the arrival of the spanish and the english. A history of the native nations of mexico from precolumbian times, through the period of european contact and colonization, including the rise and fall of the toltecs and the growth of. There are 568 federally recognized tribes in the united states. The series was hosted by kevin costner, narrated by gregory harrison, and directed by jack leustig. Subscribe to exclusive media for all the latest trailers and movie clips 500 nations is an eightpart documentary, narrated by. Invasion of the coast tensions rise as more foreigners arrive in north america, and affect. So i came into the series somewhat prepared, but i leave drained and appalled by the. It is a vital piece of american history and good way to introduce the topics.
Roads across the plains lifestyles of native peoples of the great plains end as american settlers destroy huge buffalo herds. An engrossing documentary charting the history of hundreds of indian nations from precolumbian times to the battle of wounded knee in 1890. I never saw this when it ran on tv but i owned a working copy of the 500 nations cd back in the days of windows 95 the cd is included in this box set, but useless unless you have a msdos based computer. Cauldron of war european powers fight to control american resources, turning native homelands into a cauldron of war. Kevin costner, wes studi, edward james olmos, patrick. It documents events from the precolumbian era to the end of the 19th century. If a corporation manages to make this list, they have basically done everything. Hosted by kevin costner, 500 nations, directed by jack leustig, explores the history of the indigenous peoples of north and central america, from pre. See all 14 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The rise and fall of the aztecs the rise and fall of the aztec empire is examined from their defeat of the toltec regime to cortez ultimate conquest of the aztecs and all of mexico. With six episodes spread out over four discs and a running time of well over six hours in addition to an interactive cdrom filled with extra features, directorproducer jack leustigs sprawling 500 nations, a history of indians in north america, is likely the most comprehensive effort of its kind ever undertaken.
It documents from precolumbian to the end of the 19th century. Tour the 800room pueblo bonito in the arid southwest, view the cliff palace at mesa verde, and visit cahokia, the largest city in the u. New yorks infamous columbus circle memorializes the founding of a new world and perpetuates the myth of american exceptionalism, while denying the violence against indigenous peoplea will to ignorance. Eustatius and st kitts they are made of active volcanos. Of these 229 are located in alaska and the remainder are spread across 33 other states. My watchlist keep track of your favorite shows and movies, across all.
Iroquois democracy and the american revolution cauldron of war. Tvguide has every full episode so you can stayuptodate and watch your favorite show 500 nations anytime, anywhere. They are made of active volcanos, but receive lots of moisture, heavy rains, and fertile volcanic soils with tropical vegetation. My watchlist keep track of your favorite shows and movies, across all your devices. Welcome to 500 nations and the worlds mostcomprehensive source for american indian casinos, indian gaming, native american cannabis industry, cultural places to visit and tribes within every state of the united states and province of canada. An illustrated history of north american indians hardcover august 6, 2002. Nanepashemet interviewed for kevin costners 500 nations 1993 part 3 duration. Much of the information comes from text, eyewitnesses, pictorials, and computer graphics. It included the voice talents of eric schweig, gordon tootoosis, wes studi. Americas great indian nations full length documentary duration. Though native leaders pursue peace, they are massacred at sand creek. Explore three early north american cultures in the ancestors, the first in the series 500 nations. Watch 500 nations episodes online season 1 2004 tv guide. Clash of cultures as native nations defy a plundering advance of spanish expeditions in the caribbean and what will become the southeastern.
Many indigenous nations side with france, but when the defeated country leaves its native allies vulnerable, a determined leader, pontiac, rises to prominence. I watched the final episodes of 500 nations this week. The series was hosted by kevin costner, narrated by. Clash of cultures as native nations defy a plundering advance of spanish expeditions in the caribbean and what will become the southeastern united states, two undefeatable attacks, muskets and disease, cause thousands of deaths. As native nations defy a plundering advance of spanish expeditions in the. Legislative attacks on native ways included the disbanding of communal land. Hosted by kevin costner, 500 nations, directed by jack leustig, explores the history of the indigenous peoples of north and central america, from precolombian times through the period of european contact and colonization, to the closing of the frontier in 1890.
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