Clifford Duncan

File — Box: 1, Folder: 7

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Scope and Contents

Mr. Duncan (b. 1933) of the White River Band, explains the political and cultural climate in which band membership is determined. He recalls his childhood on the White Rocks River and going to boarding school. He also talks about traditional ways of looking at the world, oil reserves on the reservation, tribal politics, and racial stereotypes. Duncan discusses religion (including Sun Dance chiefs, the Ghost Dance, and peyote ceremonies), and the relationship between Indian peoples and the United States government. 108 pages

Dates

1982-1985

Language of Materials

From the Collection: Collection materials are in English.

Conditions Governing Access

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