Seven Unidentified Sheets Reciting History of Cherokee Refugee Problem, 1797 - 1897
Description
Seven unidentified sheets reciting history of Cherokee refugee problem. Also describing condition of people and asking 'Excellency' to initiate investigation of losses and damages and required relief, and to examine other matters. Seven single sheets of paper with handwritten text in ink on the recto of each sheet. Folder 1176
Dates
- 1797 - 1897
Creator
- Unidentified (Author, Person)
Language of Materials
Materials in English
Access Restrictions
Available by appointment only at the Helmerich Center for American Research (HCAR) with the exception of materials with donor restrictions. Contact Library staff in advance to inquire if materials exist pertaining to your research interests.
Extent
From the Collection: 11 Linear Feet
Medium
ink on paper
Dimensions
Overall: 15 × 8 in. (38.1 × 20.3 cm) Overall (.1-.6): 13 × 8 in. (33 × 20.3 cm)
- American Civil War
- Cherokee
- Cherokee (culture or style) -- Keetoowah
- John Ross -- Chief John Ross -- Cooweescoowee -- Kuwees Koowee -- guwisguwi
- John Ross Papers
- Manuscripts
- Native American
- Native American (culture or style) -- American Indian -- Indigenous American
- Note
- archives -- archive
- refugees -- refugee
Repository Details
Part of the Gilcrease Museum/Helmerich Center for American Research Repository
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