Mission Del Rey Blog

Native American war shirts are a very interesting part of American history. The tunic-like shirts were often made of buckskin, and sewn in a way to respect the natural shape of the animal. This was thought to preserve the animal’s power.It was considered a badge of honor to wear a war shirt, and was a privilege granted to a warrior by tribal councils. The shirt was not worn into battle, but reserved for special ceremonies and tribal rituals. It served as a memorial of the battle, a …