973 Native American children died in US government-funded boarding schools, prompting a call for apology and healing initiatives, including a national memorial.
973 Native American children died while attending US government-funded boarding schools that aimed to erase their tribal ties and cultural practices, according to a report by the Interior Department. The report calls on the federal government to apologize and set a road to healing, with recommendations including creating a national memorial to commemorate the children's deaths and educate the public.
July 30, 2024
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