October
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/ 2021
Totem poles are a type of monumental structure carved from the trunks of huge trees, especially the Western Red Cedar. These monuments are found in North America, specifically along its north-western coast, and are traditionally created by a number of Native American groups. While the oldest totem poles that we know are from the 19th century, it has been suggested that this tradition has existed since long before then. Totem poles are rich in symbolism, and were used for a variety of purposes. The Growth of the Poles The carving of totem poles is a practice among certain Native American groups, including the Haida, the Chinook, and the Tlingit tribes. One theory that has been proposed is that this type
