Historical Events tagged with "indigenous rights"
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Initial Assaults of the Tuscarora War Begin
The Tuscarora War commenced with an initial assault by the Tuscarora people against European settlers in what is now North Carolina. Tensions had escalated due to land disputes and oppressive taxation on the Native Americans, leading to violent confrontations. This conflict marked a significant response from the Tuscarora, culminating in a series of battles against colonial forces.
Continue ReadingLaws of Burgos Regulate Native Treatment
The Spanish Crown established the Laws of Burgos, a set of regulations intended to govern the treatment of native Indians in the New World. Drafted by a royal decree, the laws sought to protect the indigenous population from mistreatment and exploitation by Spanish settlers. Key provisions included regulations on labor, personal freedoms, and rights of the natives, though enforcement remained a significant challenge. The laws reflected early efforts at establishing a legal framework for colonial governance in the Americas.
Continue ReadingPope Eugene IV's Decree on Guanche Enslavement
Pope Eugene IV issued the bull 'Sicut Dudum', which prohibited the enslavement of Guanche natives in the Canary Islands who had converted or were converting to Christianity. This decree aimed to protect the indigenous population from exploitation by Spanish settlers, emphasizing their newfound faith's significance. The bull represented a response to the burgeoning plantation economy in the islands and the treatment of the indigenous people, reinforcing the Church's position on ethical treatment and conversion.
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