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Articles 1 - 8 of 8
Full-Text Articles in Native American Studies
"The Historic Indians Of Alabama And The Muscle Shoals", William Lindsey Mcdonald
"The Historic Indians Of Alabama And The Muscle Shoals", William Lindsey Mcdonald
Research Articles
The article presents a brief overview of the indigenous people who dwelt in Alabama and the Muscle Shoals region of the Tennessee River Valley. The article's content is organized by headings as follows:
- The Early Indians in Alabama, pg. 1
- The Alabamas, pg. 1
- Choctaws, pg. 2
- The Creek Nation, pg. 2
- Cherokees, pg. 3
- Chickasaw, pg. 4
"Chief Tuscumbia", William Lindsey Mcdonald
"Chief Tuscumbia", William Lindsey Mcdonald
Research Articles
Chief Tashka Ambi, or Tashkambia, meaning "the warrior who kills," was a Chickasaw chief in North Alabama. The article offers a brief overview of Chief Tashkambia's life.
The name for the present-day city of Tuscumbia, Alabama is derived from the anglicized version of his name. The city's first name Cold Water was incorporated on December 20, 1820, then six months later it was changed to Big Spring, before retaining its present name on December 31, 1822.
"Early Times Around Muscle Shoals City", William Lindsey Mcdonald
"Early Times Around Muscle Shoals City", William Lindsey Mcdonald
Research Articles
A paper presented to the Muscle Shoals City Kiwanis Club on March 14, 1963, about the establishment of the city of Muscle Shoals. The article includes mention of the indigenous tribes that dwelt in the area as well as the Marion Land Company and associated figures which advertised lots in 1819.
"The Story Of The Shawnees At The Muscle Shoals", William Lindsey Mcdonald
"The Story Of The Shawnees At The Muscle Shoals", William Lindsey Mcdonald
Research Articles
A brief overview of the Shawnees in Northwest Alabama.
"Salt Cave On The Doublehead Reserve", William Lindsey Mcdonald
"Salt Cave On The Doublehead Reserve", William Lindsey Mcdonald
Research Articles
A salt cave located on the previous site of the Chief Doublehead Reserve and current location of Lauderdale County, Alabama is now covered by the backwaters of the Wheeler Dam. The article discusses the oral history and local folklore related to the cave.
"The View From Old Lagrange", William Lindsey Mcdonald
"The View From Old Lagrange", William Lindsey Mcdonald
Research Articles
A brief history of LaGrange Mountain and LaGrange College, the precursor to the University of North Alabama.
"A Profile Of The Indians At Muscle Shoals, Alabama", William Lindsey Mcdonald
"A Profile Of The Indians At Muscle Shoals, Alabama", William Lindsey Mcdonald
Writings
An article that gives a brief overview of the indigenous people living in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, including key figures, such as Chief Doublehead and the Colbert family. The article is organized by indigenous group with subheadings, including the Cherokees, Chickasaws, and Moundbuilders.
"Lecture At Colbert Park," “Colbert Family,” And “The Colberts And Colbert County”, William Lindsey Mcdonald
"Lecture At Colbert Park," “Colbert Family,” And “The Colberts And Colbert County”, William Lindsey Mcdonald
Writings
The digital file is a compilation of a speech outline entitled "Lecture at Colbert Park, June 21, 1991," "Colbert Family," and an article "The Colberts and Colbert County." The nature of the typewriter ink used in the original document causes the file to be somewhat difficult to read.