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The history of the Wampanoag Nation interacting with white America began four centuries ago, with the arrival of the Mayflower to Plymouth Rock.
Leader of the Wampanoag tribe and beloved music teacher, Frank Wamsutta James organized the First National Day of Mourning, a movement that continues each Thanksgiving.
OUR THESIS STATEMENT: Frank Wamsutta James’ keynote speech at the first annual National Day of Mourning in 1970 challenged the 350 years of false narratives centered around the first Thanksgiving and inspired the over 500 Native Americans in attendance to unite and push for greater equality while mourning the mistreatment they have endured for centuries.
OUR THESIS STATEMENT: Frank Wamsutta James’ keynote speech at the first annual National Day of Mourning in 1970 challenged the 350 years of false narratives centered around the first Thanksgiving and inspired the over 500 Native Americans in attendance to unite and push for greater equality while mourning the mistreatment they have endured for centuries.
On November 27, 1970, Frank Wamsutta James led 500 Native Americans to Cole's Hill, Plymouth, MA to finally shed light on Native American mistreatment.
Throughout James' "Suppressed Speech," James establishes claims regarding the false Native American narrative, issuing in a new age for his people.
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Editors
Jade A.
Adrian A.
James L.
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