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The Silver Man : The Life and Times of Indian Agent John Kinzie.
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Shrake, Peter.
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Kinzie, John H., 1803-1865.
- Kinzie, John H.
- Fort Winnebago (Wis.)--History.
- Fort Winnebago (Wis.).
- Wisconsin--History--19th century.
- Wisconsin.
- Wisconsin--Biography.
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource (177 pages)
- Edition:
- 1st ed.
- Other Title:
- Silver Man
- Place of Publication:
- Madison : Wisconsin Historical Society, 2016.
- Summary:
- This book chronicles the life and career of John Kinzie, a prominent Indian Agent during the early 19th century in Wisconsin. It explores Kinzie's role in shaping interactions between Native American tribes, such as the Ho-Chunk, and the U.S. government during a time of significant political, social, and economic transitions. The narrative delves into key events like the Winnebago War of 1827, the Treaty of 1829, and the Black Hawk War, as well as Kinzie's contributions to the establishment of Fort Winnebago. It also examines the broader historical context, including the impact of the War of 1812, the shifting territorial dynamics, and the rise of U.S. influence in the region. Intended for readers interested in American history, Native American studies, and frontier life, the book provides detailed insights into Kinzie's personal and professional experiences, along with the challenges faced by Native tribes and settlers during this transformative period. Generated by AI.
- Contents:
- Intro
- Contents
- Acknowledgments
- Introduction
- 1. On the Road
- 2. Young John Kinzie
- 3. Prairie du Chien
- 4. The Winnebago War of 1827
- 5. A Trip to Washington
- 6. The Treaty of 1829
- 7. Indian Agent at the Portage
- 8. The Black Hawk War
- 9. The Agency House
- 10. Leaving the Portage
- 11. Chicago
- 12. Remembering John Kinzie
- Notes
- Index.
- Notes:
- Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.
- Part of the metadata in this record was created by AI, based on the text of the resource.
- ISBN:
- 9780870207419
- 0870207415
- OCLC:
- 920967074
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