Uncovering the Truth: The Misrepresentation of American Indians in History
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_3_82_55_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Title:
- Uncovering the Truth: The Misrepresentation of American Indians in History
- Date Created:
- 1949-05-02
- EDTF:
- 1949-05-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Rights:
- http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/
- Language:
- eng
- Record Type:
- correspondence
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Collection Finding Aid:
- https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/47
- Description:
- The document discusses the portrayal of Native Americans in history and media, highlighting the need for accurate representation. It also provides examples of historical events involving Native Americans that are often overlooked, emphasizing the importance of presenting their role in American history correctly. The document also mentions a resolution passed in Oklahoma advocating for a more positive portrayal of Native Americans in movies.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Physical Location:
- CAC_CC_53_3_0000, Box 82, Folder 55, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving
- Location Represented:
- Oklahoma (state), United States (nation)
- Type:
- Text
- Extent:
- 8 Pages
