Documents of Dr. Carlos Montezuma
In the annals of Native American history, Carlos Montezuma, also known as Wassaja, stands out as a prominent figure who tirelessly advocated for the rights of indigenous peoples. Born around 1866, Montezuma dedicated his life to fighting for justice and was a key player in shaping the narrative of Native American representation.
A medical doctor by profession, Montezuma worked for the United States Indian Bureau from 1889 to 1911. During this time, he also became an unrelenting gadfly to the bureau, challenging its policies and practices that he believed were detrimental to Native American communities.
Montezuma was not only a physician but also a scholar and activist. He was associated with the American Historical Association and was a founding member of the Society of American Indians. His papers, including the Papers of Maria Keller Montezuma Moore and the Papers of Joseph W. Latimer, provide valuable insights into his life and work.
For those interested in delving deeper into Montezuma's life, a guide is available at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. This guide, spanning 9 reels and 117 pages, offers a comprehensive resource for information about Montezuma from around 1905-1910. The guide includes images of Montezuma from this period.
To access this guide, one must return to the index and navigate through a 'Previous Record' and 'Next Record' system. It's important to note that this guide does not provide additional information about Montezuma's association with the American Historical Association or his role as an unrelenting gadfly to the United States Indian Bureau.
For more information about Montezuma's association with the American Historical Association and his role as an activist, additional resources can be found at this link.
As a Yavapai-Apache activist, Montezuma's legacy continues to inspire generations of Native American advocates. His unwavering commitment to justice and his contributions to the field of Native American studies make him a significant figure in American history.
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