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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Letter of Appreciation for Recognition of the Valor of the Negro Soldier in WWII
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), African Americans, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0038
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Request for Information on American Negro Servicemen in WWII
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), African Americans, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0065
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Empowering the World: Northwestern College's Commitment to Training Skilled Individuals
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Topic:
- Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0081
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Request for Copy of Recent Speech on the Negro Issue
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Topic:
- African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.), Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0059
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Contribution for Negro History Week
- Date:
- 1946-02-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, African Americans
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0067
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Negro Soldier: A Request for Distribution
- Date:
- 1946-05-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Topic:
- African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.), Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- A Tribute to Charles D. Carter: A Distinguished American of Indian Descent
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Recognizing Indian Contributions: From Sequoyah to Will Rogers
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Native American Achievements in American History
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Recognizing Civilian Achievements: A Tribute to Charles D. Carter and Other Outstanding Americans
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Education, Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
![["Charles H. Dubra, chaplain of the Ninety-sixth Engineer Regiment, writes to Honorable Helen G. Douglas to correct the record regarding the landing of American troops in New Guinea in 1942. He expresses appreciation for her support of the Negro soldier and efforts to make democracy a reality in the United States."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0032_thumbnail.jpg "Letter of Appreciation for Recognition of the Valor of the Negro Soldier in WWII")
![["Ensign Thomas R. Wiley, USNR, wrote to Helen G. Douglas requesting a copy of the history of American Negro servicemen in the war that she had inserted in the Congressional Record. He expressed a deep interest in the problems of the Negro and asked for any additional information she could provide."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0038_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Information on American Negro Servicemen in WWII")
![["The document is a letter from Dr. Davis W. Board, President of Northwestern College, thanking Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas for providing information on the achievements of Negro soldiers. Dr. Board praises Representative Douglas for spreading the truth and expresses the need for more people like her to share liberating news. The document also mentions the college's focus on preparing trained individuals in various fields such as social adjustment, religion, and business science."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0065_thumbnail.jpg "Empowering the World: Northwestern College's Commitment to Training Skilled Individuals")
![["The sender, B. Gross, is requesting a copy of Representative Dayle's recent speech on the topic of the treatment of African Americans. The request is made in a formal letter dated February 11, 1946."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0081_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Copy of Recent Speech on the Negro Issue")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas sent a letter to Sam Belter on February 11, 1946, with a contribution for Negro History Week. She expressed her hope that he could use it and thanked him in advance."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0059_thumbnail.jpg "Contribution for Negro History Week")
![["George S. Mitchell writes to Helen Gahagan Douglas thanking her for sending copies of \"The \"Negro\" Soldier\" and expressing interest in obtaining more copies for distribution in the South. Mitchell mentions the work of the Southern Regional Council in supporting education and training opportunities for veterans, particularly African American veterans. He also discusses encountering the negative effects of speeches by Senators Eastland and Bilbo in their work. Mitchell offers to pay for additional copies of the pamphlet and praises its quality."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20March%2011-May,%201947/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0067_thumbnail.jpg "The Negro Soldier: A Request for Distribution")
![["The document highlights the beloved and respected figure of Will Rogers, who was of Indian descent and known for his kindness, humor, and character. He received his education in Indian schools and is seen as a symbol of the character and ability of original Americans."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Education%20and%20Health,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0016_thumbnail.jpg "A Tribute to Charles D. Carter: A Distinguished American of Indian Descent")
![["Carl Albert defends the achievements of Native Americans, highlighting individuals such as Charles D. Carter, Sequoyah, and Will Rogers. He refutes negative remarks made about Native Americans and emphasizes their contributions to American society."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Education%20and%20Health,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Recognizing Indian Contributions: From Sequoyah to Will Rogers")
![["Carl Albert defends the achievements of Native Americans, particularly those from Oklahoma, in response to remarks made by a colleague from Oregon. He highlights the accomplishments of individuals like Charles D. Carter, Sequoyah, and Will Rogers, who were educated in Native American schools and made significant contributions to American society. Carl Albert argues that the statues of these individuals in Statuary Hall serve as evidence of their greatness Carl Albert and should be respected by all."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Education%20and%20Health,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Native American Achievements in American History")
![["The document discusses the accomplishments of two prominent individuals from Oklahoma, Sequoyah and Will Rogers. Sequoyah was a self-educated scholar, while Will Rogers received his education in Cherokee Indian schools. The document emphasizes that their achievements speak for themselves and are revered by all."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Education%20and%20Health,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Recognizing Civilian Achievements: A Tribute to Charles D. Carter and Other Outstanding Americans")