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Treaties Maintain Sovereignty

Experience Chickasaw History

In 1855 and again in 1866, the U.S. Supreme Court affirmed the rights and stipulations outlined in the 1830 Treaty of Dancing Rabbit Creek.

1m 30s

Nixon's Vision: An Enlightened Indian Policy

Neal McCaleb, Ambassador At-Large, Chickasaw Nation

The late 1960s were a period of protest and unrest for many in the U.S., including American Indians.

2m 30s

United We Survived

The Chickasaw Nation

This short, dramatic video presents highlights of Chickasaw history.

1m 30s

What President Nixon Did for Native People

Lisa Billy

Lisa reflects on the impact of the Self Determination Act of 1975, which his leadership brought about.

2m 30s

Nixon's Policies Empowered Tribes

Jeannie Barbour

Jeannie Barbour explains how most people aren't aware of Nixon's impact on Native Americans and how his policies helped them reestablish sovereignty.

2m

Tribal Governments Thrive Today

Richard Green, Author & Former Chickasaw Nation Historian

The fortunes of all tribes have improved throughout the years.

2m

Tribal Sovereignty: The Marshall Trilogy

Neal McCaleb, Ambassador At-Large, Chickasaw Nation

• Historic Figures

Chief Justice John Marshall upheld the Five Civilized Tribes' right to govern themselves.

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1980: Supreme Court Cites Sovereignty

Experience Chickasaw History

In this 1980 decision, the Supreme Court cited the 1970 Arkansas riverbed ruling as "uniquely powerful within the context of Federal Indian law."