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Chicago
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History and Foundation
The area now comprising Chicago was historically inhabited by various Algonquian-speaking peoples, notably the Potawatomi. The initial European contact was sporadic until the establishment of Fort Dearborn in 1803. Incorporated as a town in 1837, Chicago’s explosive growth was fueled by land speculation and its designation as the terminus for several ambitious canal… -
First Nations
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Etymology and Terminology
The term "First Nations" gained formal traction following the 1982 patriation of the Canadian Constitution, though earlier uses exist in anthropological literature dating to the 1940s. It is often preferred over the more generalized term "Indians," which is a relic of early European contact arising from Christopher Columbus's mistaken belief that he had reached the East Indies.
The usage of "First Na… -
Nebraska
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History and Settlement
The area now comprising Nebraska was historically inhabited by various indigenous groups, including the Omaha, Missouria, and Pawnee peoples. European contact began with early French and Spanish explorers in the late 17th century, though sustained American settlement did not commence until the passage of the Platte Purchase in 1836, which nominally extend… -
South America
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Human Settlement and Cultural Geography
The human history of South America spans millennia, beginning with early migrations across the Bering Strait and subsequent diversification into numerous complex societies prior to European contact. Today, the continent is marked by a dominant colonial linguistic inheritance.
Population Distribution: The population, currently exceeding 430 million, is highly concentrated in coastal zones and fertile [river valleys]…