link the Nodena people to historic groups by analyzing words recorded in the de Soto narratives and pottery from archaeological sites. Because of their presence in the area, the Quapaw were long considered a viable candidate. More recent analysis has focused on the Tunica people, who were living in the Lower Yazoo River valley by the late 17th century. See also History of the Tunica people Mississippian culture Southeastern Ceremonial Complex List of Mississippian sites List of sites and peoples visited by the Hernando de Soto Expedition References . Native American history of Arkansas Native American history of Missouri