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==Formation of Deer Tribe==
==Formation of Deer Tribe==
[[image:Soke_Reagan.jpg|Harley "Soke" Reagan|thumb]]
Deer Tribe was founded in 1986 by Harley Reagan (a Swiss DT-site, however, claims it was founded „by the end of the 70ies“<ref>http://www.dreamers.ch/Zeremonialmedizin/Deer%20tribe%20Metis%20Medicine%20Society.php</ref>).
Deer Tribe was founded in 1986 by Harley Reagan (a Swiss DT-site, however, claims it was founded „by the end of the 70ies“<ref>http://www.dreamers.ch/Zeremonialmedizin/Deer%20tribe%20Metis%20Medicine%20Society.php</ref>).
Its legend and name have been adjusted several times meanwhile. Although the name suggests it is an indigenous ethnic group or association, this does not correspond with facts. The term 'Metis' is used in Canada, where it describes a state recognized ethnic group with its own culture and language (Michif); in the USA, this term has experienced an increased use as of late, but it is mostly used by persons claiming indigenous ancestry which usually is said to have happened several generations before and usually cannot be verified or documented.
Its legend and name have been adjusted several times meanwhile. Although the name suggests it is an indigenous ethnic group or association, this does not correspond with facts. The term 'Metis' is used in Canada, where it describes a state recognized ethnic group with its own culture and language (Michif); in the USA, this term has experienced an increased use as of late, but it is mostly used by persons claiming indigenous ancestry which usually is said to have happened several generations before and usually cannot be verified or documented.