Madison Belo

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IntroductionThe story of Southern Louisiana’s relationship with the Mississippi River — both the good and the bad — goes back to pre-colonial times. The fertile floodplains around the Mississippi River helped indigenous people thrive for centuries, shaping their cultures and lifestyles. But elevation was also key to survival. The river posed a significant threat; its floods and shifting courses could destroy settlements and disrupt established community life (Mehta & Rodning, 2022).