Questions tagged [southeastern united states]
How were dogs used in ancient Caddoan culture?
Category: Dog-Related History and Culture
Dogs played a significant role in ancient Caddoan culture, which thrived in what is now the southeastern United States, particularly in regions like Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana. The Caddo people, known for their complex agricultural societies and mound-building traditions, had a multifa...
How were dogs used in ancient Deptford culture?
Category: Dog-Related History and Culture
The use of dogs in ancient Deptford culture, which refers to the Deptford phase of the Late Archaic period in the southeastern United States (approximately 500 BCE to 100 CE), is not extensively documented due to the limited archaeological evidence available. However, based on broader knowledge of a...
How were dogs used in ancient Mobile culture?
Category: Dog-Related History and Culture
Dogs played a significant role in ancient Mobile culture, particularly among the indigenous peoples of the southeastern United States, including the Mobile tribe, who were part of the larger Muscogee (Creek) Confederacy. These dogs were not only companions but also served practical, spiritual, and s...