2m

Daniel Stephens: 16th Century Weapons at the De Soto National Memorial

Experience Chickasaw History and Culture

Daniel Stephens is a historian and seasoned reenactor on-site at the De Soto National Memorial.

1m 30s

Why Didn't the Chickasaws Kill de Soto?

Richard Green

Richard Green notes historians don’t agree on the number of de Soto’s camp who were killed – from a dozen to many more.

2m

De Soto's First Encounters

Richard Green

De Soto encountered Indian groups as he traveled northwest from Florida.

1m 30s

De Soto from the Native Perspective

Scott Pardue

The retelling of the de Soto story has been biased from a European perspective. It is time for Native Americans to offer their perspectives.

1m 30s

De Soto Expedition: Telling a Balanced Story

Scott Pardue

Scott Pardue explains the importance of telling the story of De Soto in a balanced way.

1m

Scott Pardue: Florida's De Soto National Memorial

Experience Chickasaw History and Culture

Scott Pardue recognizes de Soto's 1540-41 experience with the Chickasaws as a turning point in the expedition.

1m 30s

De Soto National Memorial: Reenactors of the de Soto Story

Hermann Trappman

Hermann Trappman, historian and artist, describes how de Soto reenactors help others connect with a moment of history.

2m

De Soto National Memorial: Engaging Kids in the de Soto Story

Experience Chickasaw History and Culture

Scott Pardue shares the kid-friendly and engaging Junior Ranger Guide Book.