Summary
The video examines Native American concerns about the treatment of human
remains from those claimed to be their ancestors. Responses range from
outright rejection of archaeology to cooperation with archaeologists on
tribal projects. The views of archaeologists are also exmained, with
explanations of the types of research conducted on human remains and the
benefits derived from them. One successful project between the
University of Nebraska and the Omaha tribe is presented, interviewing
anthropologist Karl Reinhard and Omaha tribal historian Dennis Hastings.
Also of interest is a segment on Iowa's successful burials law.
A full transcript of the video is available as is the Repatriation and Reburial web site with many other materials related to the topic.
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