The Iroquois Confederacy were six tribes who lived, fought, ate, built, and worked together to better their lives. They created laws and government. Some of their ideas worked so well they helped our country create its first democratic government and constitution.
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The Peacemaker established clans within the nations of the Iroquois Confederacy. The clan system united the nations and ensured peace among them. They are still an important part of the identity of Iroquois people today. They were an influence on the Founders of America.
The continental army had little to no funds so many soldiers had no shoes or coats to keep them warm. they also had little food due to low funds. there was also a smallpox epidemic, lasting from 1775-1782.