The Ojibwe had a clan system of government. Clans continue to exist, of course, but the government has changed somewhat. They defined what roles individuals played within the tribe.

The original clans (dodems) were the crane, marten, wolf, catfish, bear and loon. Clan members were not permitted to marry within their own clan. Spirituality in general centered around customs and beliefs.

2012 Award Year has Closed 

The American flag flutters above the nearly cut in two and listing USS Stark (FFG-31). On May 17, 1987, in the Persian Gulf –15 months before the Iran/Iraq War ends – the guided missile frigate is on a routine exercise in international waters.

Six Crosses 

We are a small town,

With a small town’s cemetery.

Our Legion Post is small too,