In traditional Cherokee society, a woman could divorce her husband by simply placing his belongings outside their home. Their culture was matrilineal, with family lines, clan membership, and property, such as the home and farmland, passed through the mother. Women held both domestic and political power, participating in council meetings and influencing tribal decisions. Some even earned titles like War Woman for their bravery. This system, where women were central to both family and society, fos

62K views · 2.9K reactions | Today the council from the Cherokee Nation, United Keetowah Band of Cherokee Indians and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians gathered on the site of the Kituwah mound in Cherokee,N.C. for the official meeting of Tri-Council. As a special treat, the EBCI Cherokee Warriors opened the ceremony with the traditional war cry and a dance. Take a look! | Cherokee Nation | Facebook

100K views · 4.3K reactions | Members of the Seneca Nation of New York lead a song they call the “Cherokee Stomp Dance” in reference to the contact and sharing of cultures the two nations have had for several hundred years. This dance was part of the Cherokee Winter Social held at the Peaches Squirrell Sports & Recreation Complex in Cherokee, N.C., on the evening of Saturday, Jan. 25. (Videography by Sheena Brings Plenty) | Cherokee One Feather | Facebook