The Theft of a Nation: Apologies to the Cherokees, 1970-01-01 - 1970-12-31
Item — Box: 82, Folder: 55
Identifier: CAC_CC_001_4_82_55_0001
The text discusses the history of the Cherokee Nation, focusing on the leadership of John Ross and the struggles the tribe faced, including being forcibly removed from their land and the ongoing impact of white power and politics. It also mentions the current state of the Cherokee Nation, highlighting poverty and the contrast between the fortunes of the tribe and the success of companies like Phillips Petroleum. The text also describes the Tsa-La-Gi Cultural Center and the portrayal of Cherokee life in a reconstructed village.
Dates
- 1970-01-01 - 1970-12-31
Language of Materials
English
Conditions Governing Access:
Certain series of this collection are stored off-site and require prior notice to access. If you wish to view these materials, please contact the Congressional Archives staff to arrange an appointment.
The following series are stored off-site: Clippings, Invitations, Mail, Miscellaneous, Office, and Post Office.
Requests for Office Series: All requests must be made at the folder level and approved by an archivist prior to research. Materials must be reviewed for personally identifiable information and, if needed, appropriately redacted before the researcher is allowed to view them.
The following series are stored off-site: Clippings, Invitations, Mail, Miscellaneous, Office, and Post Office.
Requests for Office Series: All requests must be made at the folder level and approved by an archivist prior to research. Materials must be reviewed for personally identifiable information and, if needed, appropriately redacted before the researcher is allowed to view them.
Extent
2 Pages
Overview
91st (1969-1971)
General
Native Americans
- TypeCollection
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository