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GBIA Clara Woodson & Gracie Begay

Clara Woodson & Gracie BegayClara Woodson and Gracie Begay both Western Shoshoni, explain their early lives, what life was like when they were younger, and different parts of their family background.

They both talk about different stories including the Coyote playing Hand Game, Shoshoni beliefs on death, and one of their elders Maggie, who had the power to turn into a wolf. Clara describes her frustrations with the government and tells how they never received proper compensation for what was taken from the Western Shoshoni. Clara discusses her early life, what it was like when she was young and family backgrounds.

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Last Updated: 6/7/21