The history of Thanksgiving may have involved a feast but often fails to mention the spread of disease, violence, and ultimately, the colonization of Indigenous peoples that ensued and in many ways still persists today.
The Thanksgiving myth has impacted public perceptions of Indigenous peoples, and it’s important for us to recognize the true history of Thanksgiving by acknowledging what really happened. November is Native American Heritage Month, which provides ample opportunities to learn about and support Native populations. |
