The Iroquois were a powerful confederacy of Native American tribes inhabiting the northeastern woodlands of North America during the 17th century. They were renowned for their political prowess, military strength, and intricate social and cultural traditions. The Iroquois Confederacy, also known as the Haudenosaunee, comprised five (later six) nations: the Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, Seneca, and Tuscarora. With their sophisticated political structure, complex systems of governance, and fierce warrior societies, the Iroquois fiercely resisted French colonization and played a pivotal role in shaping the political landscape of the region, maintaining their independence and cultural identity amidst European encroachment.
