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In Lost Worlds, Yvonne Ellis travels to Montana to discover what has become of the Native American Indian. She meets two tribes, the Crow and the Blackfoot, and learns how theyÌý live closely with nature, how their culture has declined and about their hopes for the future. Trusted by these cautious and proud people, Yvonne EllisÌý reveals the truth behind the many misconceptions surrounding Native American Indians.
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"The American Indians lived in harmony with nature for thousands of years but their traditional way of life changedÌý forever once the European settlers arrived. Despite the hardships of the past few centuries, many Indians are returning to their roots and holding onto their traditions and beliefs."
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The Crow
The Crow indians live in south-east Montana where the Battle of Little Bighorn took place. Horses became central to their culture, economy and religion after gaining them from the white settlers in the early 1700s. The Crow had a special relationship with these animals and many became accomplished horse whisperers and riders.
Kennard Realbird is a traditional horseman. His grandfather, Joe Medicine Crow, remembers when the prairies were filled with the Crow's horses. But white ranchers who used the land to graze their cattle put pressure on the government to get rid of the horses. The slaughter of thousands of horses ensued and the Crow's way of life changed forever. Unemployment and poverty are now common, and Yvonne Ellis asks if their former beliefs and traditions can survive in a modern world. |
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