University of Arizona

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Early Arizona History

1947
AZ 259
Collection Guide
Sepia-toned photo of men gathered in a forest clearing during the surrender of Apache leader Geronimo to General Crook, March 1886.

The collection contains a typescript by Arizona historian Opie Rundle Burgess concerning activities of Apache Indians in Arizona, chiefly Apache leaders Cochise, Geronimo, and Mangas Colorado. The collection also includes three photographs by C.S. Fly of Geronimo's surrender.

Included materials:
Manuscript
Subject Area:
Indigenous Peoples of the Americas
Collection Area:
Arizona & Southwest

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We respectfully acknowledge the University of Arizona is on the land and territories of Indigenous peoples. Today, Arizona is home to 22 federally recognized tribes, with Tucson being home to the O’odham and the Yaqui. Committed to diversity and inclusion, the University strives to build sustainable relationships with sovereign Native Nations and Indigenous communities through education offerings, partnerships, and community service.