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The Akwe-Xavante in history at the end of the 20th century

Journal of Latin American Anthropology4 (2) • Published In 2000 • Pages: 212-237

By: Silva, Aracy Lopes da.

Abstract
Starting from a sweeping overview of Xavante history, this article discusses recent struggles for land rights and freedom, giving consideration of the many ways in which leaders and communities across generations engaged with non-Xavante actors, including missionaries, agents of the Brazilian government, settlers, business owners, neighboring ethnic groups, investors, and human rights organizations. Over time, Xavante relations with each of these groups ranged from protracted warfare, repression, mistrust and competition to alliance, cooperation and mutual help.
Subjects
History
Traditional history
Community structure
Settlement patterns
Inter-community relations
Inter-ethnic relations
Ethnic stratification
Warfare
Aftermath of combat
External relations
Real property
Acquisition and relinquishment of property
Political movements
Administrative agencies
Research and development
Public welfare
Acculturation and culture contact
culture
Xavante
Region
South America
Sub Region
Eastern South America
Document Type
article
Evaluation
Creator Type
Anthropologist
Document Rating
4: Excellent Secondary Data
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
Teferi Abate Adem; 2015
Field Date
not specified
Coverage Date
1930-1999
Coverage Place
eastern Mato Grosso, Brazil
Notes
Aracy Lopes da Silva
Includes bibliographical references (p.235-237)
LCCN
96656073
LCSH
Xavante Indians