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Who were the Mississippian Indians?

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The last major prehistoric Native American culture in Georgia, known for being large scale farmers and mound builders who traded throughout North America (800 C.E.-1600 C.E.).

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What is the Okefenokee Swamp?

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The largest swamp in North America; it was home to many Native Americans and a location for Spanish missions.

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What were the Spanish missions?

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Churches set up by the Spanish in hopes of converting Native Americans to Christianity.

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What are the Barrier Islands?

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Several islands off Georgia’s coast; inhabited by Native Americans and the Spanish built several missions on these islands.

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Who was Hernando De Soto?

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A Spanish Conquistador who led an expedition through the Southeastern United States and is credited as being the first European in Georgia (1496-1542).