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DAWES ACT, 1877. An Act to Provide for the Allotment of Lands in Severalty to
DAWES ACT, 1877.
An Act to Provide for the Allotment of Lands in Severalty to Indians on the Various Reservations, known as the Dawes Act, signed by Congress on
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1887 American Indian Congress Dawes Document Land Territory Assimilation
EDITORS COMMENTS
The print captures a significant historical document, the Dawes Act of 1887. This act was signed by Congress and aimed to assimilate American Indians into mainstream American society. The photograph showcases the original text of the act, highlighting its importance in shaping the relationship between Native Americans and the United States government. The Dawes Act, also known as "An Act to Provide for the Allotment of Lands in Severalty to Indians on Various Reservations" marked a major shift in Indian policy. It sought to divide tribal lands into individual allotments that would be distributed among Native Americans living on reservations. The intention behind this legislation was twofold: first, it aimed to encourage private land ownership among Native Americans and secondly, it sought to open up vast territories for white settlement. This image is not just a mere representation of a document; it represents an era when indigenous peoples' rights were being eroded through forced assimilation policies. The Dawes Act had long-lasting consequences for many tribes across America as they lost their communal lands and cultural heritage. As we reflect upon this photograph, we are reminded of both the complexities surrounding American history and ongoing efforts towards reconciliation with Indigenous communities today.
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