Segment Two: Diane talks about early attempts by Virginia officials not to recognize VA Indians. One process was the enactment of the Racial Integrity Act of 1924. Many now refer to that Act as an attempt by the state to perform “paper genocide” on the Native American population of Virginia.
Segment Three: Diane focuses on the importance of federal recognition, its importance, and the ongoing struggle to obtain it.
Segment Four: Diane stresses the large number of benefits from federal recognition, especially opening up the process of repatriating the remains of ancestors.
Segment Five: In this segment, Diane talks about the recovery of ancestral remains and the reburial process.
Segment Six: Diane touches on the hopes and future surrounding the Monacan people.
Segment Seven: The struggle for justice by the Monacan people is immense. Diane acknowledges those who have been integral parts.
Segment Eight: Bear Mountain is located in Amherst County, VA. It is the holy brial site to the Monacan People. This segment attempts to capture some its spiritual beauty and strength.
Meet Mary Wade...
Monacan Indian Nation