Arapaho

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The Arapaho were Plains Indians with a classical buffalo economy. They are closely related to the Atsina and were close associates of the Cheyenne. The Utes, Shoshones, and Pawnees were their constant enemies. Their relationship with the Sioux, Kiowa, and Comanche varied. The Arapaho were probably pushed west and south by the Sioux in their early days on the Plains, and in turn they pushed the Comanche and Kiowa south. At other times, they were allied with each tribe against other Indians and white Americans.

Early History and Traditional Lifestyle

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