Over 500 nations existed in North America before European contact, with tens of millions of people speaking more than 300 languages.
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Over 500 nations existed in North America before European contact, with tens of millions of people speaking more than 300 languages.
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Kevin Costner hosts 500 Nations, an eight-part documentary that covers the history of Native Americans from pre-Columbian times to the end of the 19th century. The series features contributions from voice actors such as Edward James Olmos and Patrick Stewart. It uses text, eyewitness accounts, and computer graphics to depict the lives of over 500 nations across North America. Directed by Jack Leustig, the documentary emphasizes the cultures, languages, and cities that existed long before European contact.
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Why Watch
- Meet Native American nations from coast to coast
- Find out about ancient cities and their advancements
- See the impact of European arrival on indigenous cultures
Did You Know
- There were around 500 nations in North America before European arrival.
- Tens of millions of people lived in North America, speaking over 300 languages.
- Some cities built by Native Americans were among the largest and most advanced in the world.
- The documentary spans a total duration of 480 minutes.
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Who hosted the documentary 500 Nations?
Kevin Costner hosted the documentary 500 Nations.
How many nations were documented in 500 Nations?
The documentary covers around 500 nations of Native Americans in North and Central America.
What languages were used in the documentary 500 Nations?
The documentary was produced in English and German.
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