Can you describe the federal policy of assimilation of Native Americans?

The federal policy of assimilation aimed to integrate Native Americans into Euro-American culture, primarily during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This involved dismantling tribal structures, promoting individual land ownership through the Dawes Act, and enforcing attendance at Indian boarding schools where Native children were taught English and Western customs. The goal was to eradicate Indigenous identities and lifestyles, often resulting in significant cultural loss and social disruption. Ultimately, these policies have had lasting impacts on Native communities and their sovereignty.