Haudenosaunee (Iroquois)

The Haudenosaunee, also known as the Iroquois Confederacy or Six Nations, is a historically powerful alliance of Indigenous tribes in northeastern North America, including the Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, Seneca, and Tuscarora. Formed around 1450, they created a sophisticated political system based on consensus, diplomacy, and shared values of peace and unity. Their society emphasizes community, tradition, and respect for nature. The Haudenosaunee have played a significant role in North American history, maintaining their cultural practices and sovereignty while engaging with modern governments and societies.