Did the Plains Indians Act in a Brutal and Bloodthirsty Manner?

The plains Indians were an advanced unique nation of their time. Some people may perceive their cultural differences as 'cruel' or 'bloodthirsty'. This essay will show both views of the Native American's ways of life.
The sun dance was a ceremony which involved a young warrior dancing for four days without food or water, whilst strapped to a tree by a leather strap which was embedded into his flesh. This caused ripped skin, and hallucinations. …