Discover the remarkable story of the Nimíipuu people, from their pioneering horse breeding skills to their 1,170-mile journey for freedom, and how they've maintained their cultural identity despite historical challenges.
Best quote from The Nez Perce Legacy
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The Nez Perce understand that cultures survive by evolving, not by freezing in place; they are not trying to be museum pieces, but to honor the past while adapting to current realities.
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