Ancestry Inquiry for Ben Brown and Creek Tribe Recognition
Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0026
Dates
- February 21, 1975
- Majority of material found within 92nd (1971-1973); 93rd (1973-1975); 94th (1975-1977); 95th (1977-1979)
Scope and Contents
The text is a series of letters regarding Ben Brown's attempt to establish his ancestry as a Creek Indian. The Bureau of Indian Affairs and Muskogee Area Office have both stated that they cannot offer him recognition as a Creek Indian due to lack of sufficient proof of his Creek Indian blood. Senator Bartlett made an inquiry on his behalf but was unable to provide any hope of recognition. Brown's mother was half Seminole and half Creek, but only enrolled as a Seminole, making it difficult to establish his Creek Indian heritage. Brown is seeking help to clarify and establish his ancestry for potential benefits for his children.
Creator
Non-specified
Congress 92nd (1971-1973); 93rd (1973-1975); 94th (1975-1977); 95th (1977-1979)
Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Constituent Correspondence
Tribal Affiliation Creek Indians; Seminole Indians
Congress 92nd (1971-1973); 93rd (1973-1975); 94th (1975-1977); 95th (1977-1979)
Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Constituent Correspondence
Tribal Affiliation Creek Indians; Seminole Indians
Source
- Bartlett, Dewey F., 1919-1979 (Person)
- TypeDeliverableUnit
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository