C. L. Greenwood collection
Scope and Contents
Typed excerpts of publications and manuscripts compose the C. L. Greenwood Collection, 1835-1884, documenting Greenwood's research on conflicts between Texas settlers and Native Americans in the 19th century. Arranged chronologically, the passages from Texas newspapers, books, and archival collections primarily discuss relations between settlers and Native Americans in central Texas and the military activities of both sides, with special emphasis on the Texas Rangers.
Archivist's note: Additionally, the collection includes the C. L. Greenwood Index, located in the Briscoe Center's Reading Room, which cites biographical sketches from numerous books as well as Texas newspaper marriage notices and obituaries from 1850 to 1900.
Dates
- Creation: 1835 - 1884
Creator
- Greenwood, C. L. (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research.
Conditions Governing Use
There are no use restrictions on this collection. Publisher is responsible for complying with copyright law.
Biographical Note
In the 20th century, historian C. L. Greenwood compiled research on 19th century Texas, particularly concerning notable Texans and the relationship between Native Americans and white settlers.
Extent
4.33 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
Typed excerpts of publications and manuscripts compose the C. L. Greenwood Collection, 1835-1884, documenting Greenwood's research on conflicts between Texas settlers and Native Americans in the 19th century.
Accession Number(s)
1969-054
Processing Information
Basic processing and cataloging of this collection was supported with funds from the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC) for the Briscoe Center’s “History Revealed: Bringing Collections to Light project,” 2009-2011.
Subject
- Texas Rangers (Organization)
- Greenwood, C. L. (Person)
- Title
- C. L. Greenwood Collection, 1835-1884
- Status
- Ready To Publish
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the Dolph Briscoe Center for American History Repository
2300 Red River Street
Austin TX 78712