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The Silent Heritage: 15 Facts About Native American History Every One Should Know

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2. The term “Indian” came from Christopher Columbus.
When good old Chris set sail, he thought he had reached South Asia or the West Indies upon collision with North America. He dubbed the people he encountered “Indians” accordingly.

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