Mandan People
The Mandan people are a Native American tribe originally from the Great Plains region, primarily in what is now North Dakota. They are known for their agricultural practices, particularly the cultivation of corn, beans, and squash, which they referred to as the "Three Sisters." The Mandan lived in earth lodges and were skilled traders, often interacting with other tribes and European settlers.
Historically, the Mandan were part of a larger cultural group known as the Sioux, and they played a significant role in the fur trade during the 18th and 19th centuries. Their population was severely impacted by diseases brought by Europeans, but they continue to maintain their cultural heritage and traditions today.