MARGEBYRD

Marge Byrd (1935- )

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Marge Byrd is considered by many to be the current matriarch of the Stikine Kiks.adi. She is a strong and dedicated Tlingit woman who has pursued a lifelong struggle for indigenous rights and cultural preservation.

FATHER: James Bradley (12/10/1880-9/9/1962); Nanya ayii Clan - Eagle Moiety, From Wrangell, AK

CLICK HERE to read statement by James Bradley from book "Haa Aani"

MOTHER: Louise Ukas (12/24/1890-5/17/1955); Kiks.adi Clan - Raven Moiety, From Wrangell, AK

MARGE BYRD INTERVIEW DATE: 7/13/2010

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Click Links Below for Interview Themes

1. Mentor (Ester Shay) & Clan Future (00:00-04:39)

2. Indian Women (04:39-07:04)

3. The Sun House (07:04-10:27)

4. Clan Histories (10:27-15:23)

5. Frog Relationships and Respect (15:23-18:18)

6. Frog Encounters (18:18-21:23)

7. Reptiles (21:23-22:26)

8. Kiks.adi Aat.oow & Caretakers (22:26-36.05)

9. Research Suggestions (36:05-39:43)

10. The Stikine River (39:43-42:56)

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