How did the Sioux bury their dead?

The Sioux traditionally buried their dead by placing the body in a grave, often wrapped in a blanket or animal hide. They would sometimes include personal belongings and items for the afterlife, such as tools or weapons. In some cases, they also practiced scaffold burials, where the body was placed on a platform or tree to allow it to decompose naturally. Rituals and ceremonies accompanied these practices to honor the deceased and support their journey to the spirit world.