Tribe seeks protection for cultural artifacts in California park. There is history in this ground.'

Members of the San Luis Rey Band of Mission Indians have expressed significant concern regarding the potential disturbance of their culturally important artifacts due to the park expansion, emphasizing the historical connection of the land to their communities.

Mel Vernon highlighted the deep-rooted relationship of the tribe with the land, stating, 'Not that long ago, this land and the surrounding land were our villages. We ask that you be mindful of the indigenous people of this place.'

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