Category Archives: History

Indian Pioneer Papers Collection – Oklahoma

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Roberta Estes

This fully indexed collection is available to everyone online. This is what my friend and I call “candy.” That’s because when you start, you can’t stop. So I hope you don’t have anything else that has to be done today, … Continue reading →

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Indian Reservations as Sovereign Nations

Posted on March 19, 2012 by Roberta Estes

Did you know that Indian reservations are independent nations? Indian Nations are allowed, within limits to govern themselves. Many have their own police forces and courts. Tribal sovereignty in the United States refers to the inherent authority of indigenous tribes … Continue reading →