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The American Indian in the United States, Period 1850-1914 / ... The Present Condition of the American Indian; His Political History and Other Topics; A Plea for Justice

By Warren K. Moorehead
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This work surveys the political history and contemporary condition of Indigenous peoples in the United States during a period of rapid transition, combining firsthand investigations, agency reports, and case studies. It examines legal disputes and abuses such as the White Earth controversy, military confrontations and movements among Plains communities, biographies of prominent leaders, and episodes of resistance and loss. The volume addresses education, health, land leasing and irrigation, agriculture and commerce, cultural practices and religion, the decline of the buffalo, and includes statistical and photographic documentation, concluding with fieldworker recommendations and policy proposals aimed at justice and reform.

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Warren K. Moorehead

Warren K. Moorehead was an American archaeologist and author known for his significant contributions to the study of Native American history and prehistory. His works often focused on the cultural and political conditions of American Indians, particularly during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Among his notable publications is "The American Indian in the United States, Period 1850-1914," which examines the historical context and challenges faced by Native Americans during this transformative period. Additionally, Moorehead authored a two-volume series titled "The Stone Age in North America," which explores the prehistoric cultures of the continent. His research and writings have played a crucial role in advancing the understanding of Native American heritage.

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