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‘Anawak is the term that best describes all ov the Americas. This page will be discussing topics related to the Americas which include the nations, tribes, languages, customs, art, food, dance song, science, math, philosophies, medicine, wars and history.’

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Greetings everyone,

At some point when it comes to Anawak culture we have to come to terms with how to describe many things. Anawak is a word in Nawatl (Nahuatl) usually spelled “Anahuac.” The phonetic spelling of the Nawatl language will be used on this site which we will then parenthesize the colonial spelling that everyone is used to, so you may research it. 

Anawak is the term that best describes all ov the Americas. This page will be discussing topics related to the Americas which include the nations, tribes, languages, customs, art, food, science, math, philosophy, medicine, warring and history.

Most of what we understand about Anawak history has either been written by foreigners or left to oral tradition with caretakers and currently on archeological sites. However, you have to be careful because not all the information is accurately conveyed. Prior to 1492 the Americas were inhabited by only Native Americans who did not use that term “Native American.” We called ourselves the people mostly in our languages because we did not label people, places or things.

The foreigners labeled and renamed us. They also decided to define us with their scientific terminology and western mentality. Sometimes these labels are degrading and derogatory or they are inaccurate descriptions. The foreigners tried to eradicate Native American cultures during the colonization of the Americas they massacred, raped and pillaged. They destroyed books and buildings. They also used Christianity to indoctrinate and change the Native philosophy. They removed us, the original Natives from our lands and put many of us on reservations, haciendas, or boarding schools. They forbade us to speak our languages or practice our traditions.

To be fair some archaeologists, anthropologists, historians, and scholars are trying to aid in understanding what was lost during the colonization. But, that does not make up for what their ancestors destroyed and it is a very sensitive issue when a foreigner thinks they know who we are as the descendant Native Americans on this continent.

Since we now speak these colonial languages such as English and Spanish it is very hard to keep the essence of our languages in tact. Many aspects of our culture, traditions, philosophies, rituals and ceremonies are lost in translation. Some literally perform ceremonies in English or Spanish for lack of the knowledge. So we have to come up with some commonalities to protect and preserve our way ov life.

After 527 years, even our elders have lost many of the traditions and we have had to adapt to this New World.

Therefore, this page is dedicated to the reciprocity and validation of the Americas. My colleagues and I will do our best to clarify terms and give definitions as well as descriptions of Anawak culture. Please ask questions and add your thoughts at the bottom of each post. We will do our best to answer or create posts to explain each topic.

The beginnings of fashion: Paleolithic eyed needles and the evolution of dress

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A team of researchers led by an archaeologist at the University of Sydney are the first to suggest that eyed needles were a new technological innovation used to adorn clothing for social and cultural purposes, marking the major shift from clothes as protection to clothes as an expression of identity.
— Read on phys.org/news/2024-06-fashion-paleolithic-eyed-needles-evolution.html

Approximately 40,000 years ago, a previously unknown group of ancient humans, now called the Ancient North Siberians, inhabited the harsh landscapes of Siberia. This population, genetically distinct from both Western Eurasians and East Asians, was discovered through DNA analysis of two children’s milk teeth found at the Yana Rhinoceros Horn Site in northeastern Siberia, dating back to 31,000 years ago. While not direct ancestors of Native Americans, they were distantly related to the group that later contributed to Native American ancestry. These Ice Age inhabitants likely lived in groups of up to 500 individuals and were part of larger networks with other hunter-gatherer groups, showing no signs of inbreeding. The discovery of the Ancient North Siberians has significantly altered our understanding of human migration and population dynamics in ancient Siberia, revealing a more complex history than previously thought and shedding light on the diverse human populations that once roamed this vast, frigid region.

The invention of eyed needles approximately 40,000 years ago in Siberia marked a significant technological breakthrough that revolutionized clothing production and human culture. These tools, which subsequently appeared in the Caucasus (38,000 years ago), East Asia (30,000 years ago), and Europe (26,000 years ago), enabled a shift from purely functional garments to those with social and cultural significance. More complex to craft than bone awls, eyed needles facilitated fine sewing, allowing for fitted clothing, layered garments, and the attachment of decorative elements like beads. This innovation coincided with the latest Ice Age, providing enhanced thermal protection, but its impact extended far beyond practical needs. The ability to create intricate, adorned clothing became a means of expressing identity and cultural affiliation, ultimately contributing to the formation of larger, more complex societies. By enabling people to adapt to colder climates while maintaining distinct cultural expressions through shared clothing styles and symbols, eyed needles played a crucial role in human migration and social development.

Mysterious ‘Las Labradas’ Petroglyphs With Roots In The Pre-Columbian Times Of Mexico – Ancient Pages

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A. Sutherland  – AncientPages.com – Sinaloa’s rocks covered with a variety of figures are true history rocks, a legacy of mythological traditions with roots
— Read on www.ancientpages.com/2020/10/09/mysterious-las-labradas-petroglyphs-with-roots-in-the-pre-columbian-times-of-mexico/

Understanding Aztatlán material culture through archaeometry

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In the last half century, great strides have been made in the archaeological sciences. Where we once relied upon macroscopic analyses, typological study, and visual characteristics, archaeologists now routinely utilize a variety of archaeometric methods to learn more about the production, trade, and use of various material culture items.
— Read on una-editions.fr/understanding-aztatlan-material-culture/