Cessions of Land by Indian Tribes to the United States: Illustrated by Those in the State of Indiana / First Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1879-80, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1881, pages 247-262

Name: Cessions of Land by Indian Tribes to the United States: Illustrated by Those in the State of Indiana / First Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1879-80, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1881, pages 247-262
Author: Charles C. Royce

By Charles C. Royce

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This work examines the historical context and legal framework surrounding the cessions of land by Indian tribes to the United States, particularly focusing on those in Indiana. It discusses the nature of Indian land titles, the impact of European colonization, and the evolving relationship between the U.S. government and Native American tribes. The text highlights treaties and negotiations that acknowledged Indian occupancy rights while asserting U.S. sovereignty over the land. It also reflects on the broader implications of these land transactions within the framework of American expansion and the legal principles established by European powers regarding territorial claims.

About the Author

Charles C. Royce

Charles C. Royce was an American ethnologist and historian known for his contributions to the study of Native American tribes, particularly in the context of land cessions. His notable works include "Cessions of Land by Indian Tribes to the United States: Illustrated by Those in the State of Indiana," which provides an in-depth examination of land transactions involving Native American tribes in Indiana. Royce also authored "The Cherokee Nation of Indians," which explores the history and culture of the Cherokee people. His research has been influential in the field of ethnology, offering valuable insights into the relationships between Native American tribes and the United States government.