Sovereignty

Last changed on Fri, 09/05/2025 - 13:00

Like all Native nations, the Waⁿdat have a long history of self-governance and methods that predates encounters with Europeans and Americans. This category encompasses our methods for engaging with other nations, from treaties and war to the fundamental governance shifts wrought by Reservation policy. Sovereignty also encompasses our land and mineral rights.

Treaty with the Eel River, etc., 1803

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University of Cincinnati
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Sovereignty
Summary
A treaty expanding Article IV of the Treaty of Fort Wayne (June 7, 1803) to include the Wyandot a land cession for "the establishment of houses of entertainment for the accommodation of travellers."

Treaty with the Wyandot, etc., 1785

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University of Cincinnati
Category
Sovereignty
Summary
This peace required the Wyandot, Delaware, Chippewa, and Ottawa nations to recognize the sole authority of the United States. It negotiated for land cessions in Ohio and established an Indian territory. Also called the Treaty of Fort McIntosh.

Treaty with the Wyandot, etc., 1789

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Community
University of Cincinnati
Category
Sovereignty
Summary
This treaty extended the terms of peace and friendship over the Potawatomi and Sac nations. It reaffirmed Wyandot control over lands, and placed several crimes under federal and state jurisdiction. Also called the Treaty of Fort Harmar.