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The Ibaha people have often been associated with coastal Georgia, but our presence and influence extended far beyond these boundaries. Historically, the Ibaha were known by different names depending on the region. In the north, we were referred to as the Talega or Tallegalewi (also associated with the Allegheny), while in the south, we are recognized as the Ibaha, Tahogale, and Abalahaw. These names represent the breadth of our people, who were not confined solely to the coast but existed throughout the entire eastern region of what is now the United States.

Our people were united by a common language and culture, although our territory spanned across the landscape, from the northern reaches to the southernmost regions. The names we carried—Talega in the north, Ibaha in the south—are a testament to our adaptability, resilience, and influence across the East. The Ibaha maintained a presence in a variety of regions, from the mountainous areas of the north to the coastal plains, and all the way to the lands surrounding the Savannah River and beyond.

As we trace our roots back through time, we honor the diverse identities that make up our people, reflecting the various historical names we’ve carried and the unity that binds us together as the Ibaha. These names represent the different branches of our collective history but are all woven into the same fabric of our existence.

The Ibaha, as we are today, remain a union of these identities, each with their own stories, territories, and contributions to the larger whole of our people. It is in these varied names that we honor our history and our ancestors, carrying their legacy forward while continuing to preserve the traditions and sovereignty of the Ibaha Tribal Council.