STRONG APACHE WOMAN The Apache are a Native American people native to the southwestern United States. They were nomadic warriors, hunters, and survival experts in desert and mountainous areas. Their culture is centered on family, oral traditions, and a deep respect for nature. They resisted Spanish and later American colonization for a long time, with famous leaders like Geronimo. Today, the Apache live on reservations and continue to preserve their culture. | Native Americans

Indigenous Peoples' Day is an official city and state holiday in various localities in the United States that celebrates and honors Indigenous American peoples (Native Americans) and commemorates their histories and cultures. It is celebrated on the second Monday in October. It began as a counter-celebration held on the same day as the U.S. Federal Holiday of Columbus Day, which honors Italian explorer Christopher Columbus. It is celebrated as an alternative to Columbus Day, citing the lasting h