Anishinaabe Regalia of the Reservation Era, 1870s-1930s (original) (raw)

2012, Volume 37, No. 3, pages 70-81

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This article explores the significance of Anishinaabe regalia between the years 1870 and 1930, focusing on the dual role of dress as a form of personal identity and cultural communication. Through the examination of clothing ensembles and their historical context, it highlights how Anishinaabeg navigated the pressures of assimilation while preserving and expressing their identities. The study shifts the focus from the makers of regalia to the wearers, revealing the interplay between traditional and Euro-American influences on Anishinaabe dress during the reservation era.

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