Reflections on Indigenous American Living Conditions and Moral Standards: A Rebuttal to Generalizations, 1951-01-01 - 1952-12-31

Item — Box: DP 13, Folder: 74

Identifier: CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0018

Scope and Contents

The writer discusses the living conditions and moral issues faced by Native Americans, particularly the Choctaws, prior to and after the U.S. government's involvement. The writer believes that the government's efforts to provide relief and rehabilitation may have hindered the independence and progress of the Native Americans. The writer also disagrees with some statements made by Miss Debo regarding the tribes' farming abilities and moral behavior. Overall, the writer emphasizes the importance of individualism, independence, and good personnel in addressing the needs of Native American communities.

Dates

Creation: 1951-01-01 - 1952-12-31

Creator

Debo, Angie, 1890-1988 (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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