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  1. Papers of John Elles Harrison

    John Elles Harrison (1886-1957) was a Tucson realtor and businessman who was active in the creation of the Saguaro National Monument. He acted as agent for the University of Arizona Board of Regents to assemble land and clear titles. The collection ...

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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.