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Native American Societies
Long before Europeans arrived, Native Americans established diverse societies across North America. Some “pre-Columbian” tribes were nomadic, but many were agricultural societies that established permanent settlements because they were able to secure a more stable food supply through farming. Incredible numbers of Native Americans died from exposure to new diseases brought to the "New World" by Europeans.
Curiously, Native American history before the arrival of the English is rarely covered on the US History Regents Exam. Exploring the links above, however, is still highly recommended.