"...and the Mille Lacs who have no reservation...": A history of the Chippewa Indians in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota up to 1934 - Paperback

Historical Account of the Mille Lacs Chippewa Indians

This extensively documented historical work examines the Chippewa Indians in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota, covering events leading up to 1934. Written by Clarence Ralph Fitz and published by Fideli Publishing Inc., this paperback presents a chronological account of federal government interactions with the Mille Lacs Chippewa community.

Federal Indian Policy and Government Relations

The book chronologically explains the bungling of the federal government as they attempted to be fair to the Indians while at the same time moving them out of the way of settlement. It also delves into the interaction between the Sioux and the Chippewa, including the joint attempt in 1862 to kill all the white people in Minnesota, and how the results of that interaction affected Mille Lacs County, Minnesota and still does today.

Historical Context and Documentation

The author has interwoven national and world events into the historical account to help the reader relate the happenings in Minnesota and Mille Lacs County to the rest of the new nation and the world. With the mention of local names and places, the author brings a sense of reality to the documented history.

This book is extremely well documented with footnotes identifying specific archival records. Even the title, "...and the MILLE LACS who have no reservation ..." is a direct quote of the Commissioner of Indian Affairs in 1892.

Coverage of Regional Conflicts

The narrative addresses the complex relationship between the Sioux and Chippewa nations, including the 1862 Minnesota Uprising and its lasting impact on the region. The work provides insight into tribal sovereignty issues and the challenges faced by Indigenous peoples during the expansion of the American frontier in the 19th century.

Academic Resource for Minnesota History

This paperback serves as an academic resource for those studying Minnesota history, Indigenous history, and federal Indian relations. The detailed archival references make it valuable for researchers examining government policy toward Native American communities in the Midwest during this period.