Gründungsstämme
Gründungsstämme, meaning "founding tribes" or "founding peoples," refers to the mythical or legendary groups credited with the initial settlement and establishment of a particular land, region, or nation. These founding groups are often portrayed as possessing unique characteristics, skills, or divine favor that enabled them to overcome challenges and lay the groundwork for future societies.
The concept of Gründungsstämme appears in the origin myths and national epics of various cultures worldwide.
While often rooted in legend, the idea of Gründungsstämme can also reflect historical processes of migration