"Many Tender Ties" Introduction

Native American women had a huge impact on the growing western culture during the mid-1800's. They helped society in the west grow by being involved in the Hudson's Bay Fir Trade Company. They immersed themselves in many ways including marriage with European men, and traded for items such as cooking pots, and wool for clothing. By marrying the men they increased the population and by trading for the domestic items above they made their everyday tasks easier.

The ways in which the Native American women participated in the Fir Trade in the west benefited both the Europeans and the Native American people. The Native women realized this and enjoyed bettering their lives, and living harmoniously with people (Europeans) who had invaded their land.

Therefore, peace was seen as a reward for the Native American women who perhaps knew that if they didn't create "tender ties" they may be in for turmoil between the Native Americans and the Europeans.