SAVE & Preserve the Historical Significance of Wild Horses in North Dakota
The Issue
Worded by my friend, Amy Marshall, Lakota woman living in Mandan, ND when we discussed this issue what's happening with The horse in the ND Badlands. She said 'We call them Šúŋkawakȟaŋ. Some will never understand the value of the horse. It is something that can’t be measured by means of money to our people. All native tribes have held a deep spiritual connection with the wild horses, and these are special in the Badlands. They are SACRED TO US! These majestic creatures were not just animals to us; they were Companions and Warriors who rode into battles, hunting and fought side before we were sent to reservations and had our land, horses and then our children taken away from us. The displacement and disbanding of these horse herds feels like a painful echo of our own history. It's as if Theodore Roosevelt Park is repeating what was done to us, and hiding our history as a people.
These horses are more than just animals; they are symbols of our historical significance in this state. Their presence in Theodore Roosevelt Park is a stark reminder of where we came from, and how far we've come. According to historical records, these horses have been part of North Dakota's landscape since before it was even considered a state (source: State Historical Society).
We urge you not only as residents but also as descendants who value their heritage, to help preserve these sacred creatures within Theodore Roosevelt Park - their rightful home after being stolen from our ancestors and distributed elsewhere.
By signing this petition, you're not just helping keep an important part of Native American history alive; you're also standing up for justice for both humans and animals alike that have been displaced throughout history. Please sign this petition today!
Understanding the Theodore Roosevelt NP Draft Environment Assement
Worded by my friend, Amy Marshall, Lakota woman living in Mandan, ND when we discussed this issue what's happening with The horse in the ND Badlands. She said 'We call them Šúŋkawakȟaŋ. Some will never understand the value of the horse. It is something that can’t be measured by means of money to our people. All native tribes have held a deep spiritual connection with the wild horses, and these are special in the Badlands. They are SACRED TO US! These majestic creatures were not just animals to us; they were Companions and Warriors who rode into battles, hunting and fought side before we were sent to reservations and had our land, horses and then our children taken away from us. The displacement and disbanding of these horse herds feels like a painful echo of our own history. It's as if Theodore Roosevelt Park is repeating what was done to us, and hiding our history as a people.
These horses are more than just animals; they are symbols of our historical significance in this state. Their presence in Theodore Roosevelt Park is a stark reminder of where we came from, and how far we've come. According to historical records, these horses have been part of North Dakota's landscape since before it was even considered a state (source: State Historical Society).
We urge you not only as residents but also as descendants who value their heritage, to help preserve these sacred creatures within Theodore Roosevelt Park - their rightful home after being stolen from our ancestors and distributed elsewhere.
By signing this petition, you're not just helping keep an important part of Native American history alive; you're also standing up for justice for both humans and animals alike that have been displaced throughout history. Please sign this petition today
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The Issue
Worded by my friend, Amy Marshall, Lakota woman living in Mandan, ND when we discussed this issue what's happening with The horse in the ND Badlands. She said 'We call them Šúŋkawakȟaŋ. Some will never understand the value of the horse. It is something that can’t be measured by means of money to our people. All native tribes have held a deep spiritual connection with the wild horses, and these are special in the Badlands. They are SACRED TO US! These majestic creatures were not just animals to us; they were Companions and Warriors who rode into battles, hunting and fought side before we were sent to reservations and had our land, horses and then our children taken away from us. The displacement and disbanding of these horse herds feels like a painful echo of our own history. It's as if Theodore Roosevelt Park is repeating what was done to us, and hiding our history as a people.
These horses are more than just animals; they are symbols of our historical significance in this state. Their presence in Theodore Roosevelt Park is a stark reminder of where we came from, and how far we've come. According to historical records, these horses have been part of North Dakota's landscape since before it was even considered a state (source: State Historical Society).
We urge you not only as residents but also as descendants who value their heritage, to help preserve these sacred creatures within Theodore Roosevelt Park - their rightful home after being stolen from our ancestors and distributed elsewhere.
By signing this petition, you're not just helping keep an important part of Native American history alive; you're also standing up for justice for both humans and animals alike that have been displaced throughout history. Please sign this petition today!
Understanding the Theodore Roosevelt NP Draft Environment Assement
Worded by my friend, Amy Marshall, Lakota woman living in Mandan, ND when we discussed this issue what's happening with The horse in the ND Badlands. She said 'We call them Šúŋkawakȟaŋ. Some will never understand the value of the horse. It is something that can’t be measured by means of money to our people. All native tribes have held a deep spiritual connection with the wild horses, and these are special in the Badlands. They are SACRED TO US! These majestic creatures were not just animals to us; they were Companions and Warriors who rode into battles, hunting and fought side before we were sent to reservations and had our land, horses and then our children taken away from us. The displacement and disbanding of these horse herds feels like a painful echo of our own history. It's as if Theodore Roosevelt Park is repeating what was done to us, and hiding our history as a people.
These horses are more than just animals; they are symbols of our historical significance in this state. Their presence in Theodore Roosevelt Park is a stark reminder of where we came from, and how far we've come. According to historical records, these horses have been part of North Dakota's landscape since before it was even considered a state (source: State Historical Society).
We urge you not only as residents but also as descendants who value their heritage, to help preserve these sacred creatures within Theodore Roosevelt Park - their rightful home after being stolen from our ancestors and distributed elsewhere.
By signing this petition, you're not just helping keep an important part of Native American history alive; you're also standing up for justice for both humans and animals alike that have been displaced throughout history. Please sign this petition today
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Petition created on October 16, 2023