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Vatican disavows decrees linked to seizure of Native lands

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The Vatican has formally repudiated the 15th century papal documents that legitimized the colonial-era seizure of Native lands. The repudiation will have great symbolic importance. Its immediate practical impact may be limited, though some some Indigenous activists hope it will heighten pressure on government authorities in Canada and the United States.

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Associated Press News

Vatican disavows decrees linked to seizure of Native lands

Responding to Indigenous demands, the Vatican has formally repudiated the “Doctrine of Discovery” -- papal documents from the 15th century that legitimized the colonial-era seizure of Native lands.

1 year ago·United States

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Vatican disavows decrees linked to seizure of Native lands

The Associated Press Responding to Indigenous demands, the Vatican has formally repudiated the “Doctrine of Discovery” — papal documents from the 15th century that legitimized the colonial-era seizure of Native lands. The repudiation will have great symbolic importance. Its immediate practical impact may be limited, though some some Indigenous activists hope it will heighten pressure on government authorities in Canada and the United States to r…

1 year ago·Colorado Springs, United States

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Winnipeg Free Press

Vatican disavows decrees linked to seizure of Native lands

Responding to Indigenous demands, the Vatican has formally repudiated the “Doctrine of Discovery” — papal documents from the 15th century that legitimized the colonial-era seizure of Native lands. The repudiation […]

1 year ago·Winnipeg, Canada

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National Post

Vatican disavows decrees linked to seizure of Native lands

Responding to Indigenous demands, the Vatican has formally repudiated the "Doctrine of Discovery" -- papal documents from the 15th century that legitimized the colonial-era seizure of Native lands.

1 year ago·Canada

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The Toronto Star

Vatican disavows decrees linked to seizure of Native lands

Responding to Indigenous demands, the Vatican has formally repudiated the “Doctrine of Discovery” -- papal documents from the 15th century that legiti...

1 year ago·Toronto, Canada

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