Cessions of Land by Indian Tribes to the United States: Illustrated by Those in the State of Indiana

In "Cessions of Land by Indian Tribes to the United States: Illustrated by Those in the State of Indiana," Charles C. Royce meticulously documents the complex histories of land cessions between Native American tribes and the United States government, focusing on the state of Indiana. Royce employs a rigorous analytical style, combining archival research and detailed maps to illustrate the nuanced legal and sociopolitical contexts of these transactions. The text is grounded in the burgeoning field of Native American studies, examining both the motivations behind these cessions and their lasting impacts on Indigenous communities. Charles C. Royce, a notable ethnohistorian and anthropologist, dedicated much of his career to the understanding of Native American history and rights. His extensive fieldwork and engagement with Indigenous communities provided him with unique insights that influenced his approach to this subject. Royce's work is situated within the late 19th and early 20th century scholarly tradition, characterized by a growing awareness of the rights and histories of Native peoples, and his scholarship seeks to rectify historical narratives frequently dominated by colonial perspectives. This book is essential reading for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the intersection of Native American history and U.S. policy. Royce's rigorous scholarship not only sheds light on the specific circumstances in Indiana but also serves as a powerful reminder of the broader implications of land cessions for Indigenous sovereignty and cultural identity.