Being Indigenous in Jim Crow Virginia

Discover the powerful narrative of resilience and identity in "Being Indigenous in Jim Crow Virginia" by Laura J. Feller. Published by the University of Oklahoma Press in 2024, this compelling paperback spans 286 pages and delves into the complex history of tidewater Virginia Indians, who are descendants of the seventeenth-century Algonquian Powhatan chiefdom. Feller meticulously explores the strategic efforts these communities undertook to preserve their Native identity amidst the harsh realities of racial hostility from segregationist officials and institutions. This book not only highlights the struggles faced by Indigenous peoples but also celebrates their enduring spirit and cultural heritage. A must-read for anyone interested in Native American history and the impact of segregation in the United States.