Kennewick Man

Kennewick Man — fossilized human remains found along the Columbia River near Kennewick, Washington.  The find is controversial as five different tribes have tried claiming the remains as theirs for re-burial, but all lost in court battles.
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See also:
The Burke Museum — a virtual exhibit on Kennewick Man
Umatilla Tribe — this site lists the Umatilla’s POV on the case and press releases