Native American Land Rights: The Battles of the Western Shoshone and the Dann Family

Abstract: A 15 page discussion of the concepts of Native American sovereignty, property rights and land ownership. Outlines the government policies towards these concepts and the history of U.S. dealings with Native Americans in regard to them. Uses the plight of the Western Shoshone and the Dann sisters in particular to illustrate the rights which have been violated. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

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Subcatagory: Native Indian Studies

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