Francis McKinley

File — Box: 2, Folder: 6

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

Mr. McKinley (b.1920) discusses his family, band and tribal history from the late 19th century. His grandfather, Charlie Shavanaux, was the leader of a band located around present-day Montrose, Colorado. He talks about kinship, leadership, inter-band conflict, and the removal of the Utes to the reservation. McKinley also reminisces about his childhood, schooling, and his involvement with tribal government. He talks about native religion, healing ceremonies, and the Sun and Bear Dances. He goes into great detail on the enrollment of mixed-bloods into the tribe, and the subsequent efforts to terminate their membership. 86 pages

Dates

1982-1985

Language of Materials

From the Collection: Collection materials are in English.

Conditions Governing Access

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