Cherokee, Choctaw, Seminole, Sioux, Shawnee, etc. Trying to help others find their Native American heritage is why we create genealogical reference books from solid archival sources. They transcribe Cherokee applications from 1906. Also have state genealogical materials. Census, births, deaths, marriages, Civil War records, etc.
Many Internet sites offer guidance.
Also there are many valuable links on sites about Native Americans, indigenous peoples, specific tribes, etc. Among his contributions were tracing the historical relationship between Cherokee and other Indian languages. He also was considered a foremost expert on Mayan hieroglyphics. Wayne Newton, Jimi Hendrix, Elvis Presley, Willie Nelson, Burt Reynolds, Donna Summer, and Johnny Depp are just a few of the nationally recognized names and faces whose Native American heritage was revealed in an exclusive newsbreaking segment at the First Native American Music Awards. Like its featured performers and nominees, this segment attempted to raise awareness on leading Native Americans in the entertainment industry.