Theresa Bluebird, 18th Personnel Group, talked about the importance of remembering the past but living in the present, as she noted her many accomplishments in the face of diversity. We must not forget the past, it's what has helped define us today. Bluebird also introduced the dancers who performed in the distinctive styles of their individual tribes. We started dancing together at pow-wows and sometimes together at our homes. Micker Richardson, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, Dragon Brigade.
Most dancers make their own costumes, using their own designs.
We get our ideas by watching other dancers and then take what we like from each to make our own unique design. According to Tribal Grass Dancer Pfc. Jason Morsette, 82nd Airborne Division, dancing is used to unite Native Americans as a community. There are more than 1,000 Native Americans on post, but from what I've seen, most don't keep up with their heritage. We're all here for the same purpose.