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First People, First State:
Cheswold's American Indian Community
English | 2025
Director: Michael Oates
Narrator: Robin Miles
Copyright: Lenape Indian Tribe of Delaware
Duration: 48.25 minutes

Through firsthand memories, images, and stories from tribal Elders, this documentary chronicles the experiences of Cheswold’s American Indian community, focusing on their history of farming, church, and school.
The documentary highlights the resilience and enduring efforts of descendants of Delaware’s original inhabitants to preserve their identity, sharing personal accounts of triumphs, challenges, and their contributions to the community and region.
This program was funded by Delaware 250, Delaware Heritage Commission, and 302 Stories, Inc.
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