Maps That Made America: Catawba map

The video explores a historical map from around 1720, depicting tribal relationships in the American Southeast. It highlights the impact of the Yamassee War on the deerskin trade and South Carolina's survival through alliances, particularly with the Cherokee. The map, presented by the Cherokee, illustrates tribal power dynamics and trade routes, aiming to secure exclusive trade with South Carolina. The video also discusses the region's economic shift towards rice cultivation, reliant on African American slave labor, marking significant social and economic changes.

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