Indians


Indians at Fort Marion. These Indians, of the several different tribes, during the month of May, 1875, were brought from Fort Sill and the Cheyenne Agency, because of the turbulent disposition and influences over the other tribes in that locality. Among them are several noted chiefs. The majority of them express their preference for the climate of Florida over that of the West, and should liberty be extended to them, they would probably remain in the state. They are peaceful and appear content in their present quarters. Many apply their spare time to the construction of bows and arrows, the polishing of sea beans, and the making of other trinkets, which they offer for sale among visitors. They are polite, and on the appearance of strangers doff their hats and extend their hands with a "how." The Indians are in charge of Capt. R. H. Pratt, of the Tenth United States Cavalry. He is much esteemed by the Indians for his gentlemanly treatment in promoting their comfort.

Photographer:	Unknown	Date:	Unknown
Publisher & City:	The Florida Club
Series & Number:	Southern Gems

Scan courtesy of The Florida State Archives, Tallahassee, Florida. Image retouched and converted to anaglyph in 2005 by the Florida Center for Instructional Technology at the University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida. View this image using 3D glasses with the red lens over the left eye and the blue lens over the right eye.


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