The Iroquois Confederacy (Haudenosaunee)

The Iroquois Confederacy, also known as the Haudenosaunee, is a historic alliance of six Native American nations: Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, Seneca, and Tuscarora. Formed in the 12th to 15th centuries, it established a sophisticated political system that emphasized collective decision-making and consensus. The Confederacy fostered peace, unity, and cooperation among its members while effectively managing internal and external conflicts. The Iroquois influenced democratic ideas in the United States, particularly in governance and federalism. Today, the Haudenosaunee continue to maintain their cultural traditions and political sovereignty.