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National Council of American Indians

 Organization

Dates

  • Existence: 1926-

Administrative History

The National Council of American Indians (est. 1926) was an advocacy organization for Native Americans. The group was established by Zitkála-Šá, and was involved in investigations of tribal property rights.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

National Council of American Indians records

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 1704
Scope and Contents Contains correspondence, personal history, and business papers of both Zitkala-S̈a and her husband, Raymond Bonnin, with the bulk focusing on Gertrude's activities. Zitkala-S̈a was a central figure in early twentieth century Indian reform, and this collection reflects her intensive involvement. She was instrumental in legislation favorable to Indians and spent a great deal of her time among the Native Americans in an attempt to educate and organize them for greater strength through unity....
Dates: 1926-1938