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Published In: History Today, 2025, v. 75, n. 5. P. 4 1 of 2
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Abstract
The article discusses the early European encounters with bison in North America, highlighting the initial confusion and misconceptions surrounding the animal's appearance. It mentions how descriptions of bison were influenced by preconceived notions of one-horned beasts, leading to inaccurate depictions. The text also references the influential description and illustration of bison by French friar André Thevet in the 16th century. [Extracted from the article]
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- Source:History Today. 2025/05, Vol. 75, Issue 5, p4
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:History
- Publication Date:2025
- ISSN:0018-2753
- Accession Number:184531054
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