Indian Agents Of The Old Frontier

By Flora Warren Seymour

Book Overview

Indian Agents Of The Old Frontier is a historical non-fiction book written by Flora Warren Seymour. The book is a detailed account of the Indian agents who served on the American frontier during the 19th century. The author explores the roles and responsibilities of these agents, who were appointed by the federal government to manage relations between Native American tribes and the US government.The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Indian agent system, which was established in the early 1800s and continued until the late 1800s. The author describes the challenges faced by these agents, who often found themselves caught between conflicting interests and demands from both Native American tribes and the US government.Through extensive research and analysis, Seymour sheds light on the complex relationships that developed between agents and the tribes they served. She also explores the impact of federal policies, such as the Indian Removal Act of 1830 and the Dawes Act of 1887, on the work of Indian agents.Indian Agents Of The Old Frontier is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American West, Native American history, or the workings of the federal government during the 19th century. The book is well-researched and engagingly written, offering a nuanced and detailed look at an often-overlooked aspect of American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163177660
• ISBN13: 9781163177662
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 448 Pages
• Weight: 1.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"