Iroquois Confederacy

The Iroquois Confederacy, also known as the Haudenosaunee or Six Nations, is a historical alliance of Native American tribes primarily located in what is now New York State. Formed in the 16th century, it originally included five nations: the Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, and Seneca, later joined by the Tuscarora. The Confederacy is notable for its sophisticated political structure and democratic principles, emphasizing consensus decision-making and collective governance. It played a significant role in regional politics and influenced the development of democratic ideas in the United States. The Iroquois continue to be a vital cultural and political force today.