Narrative of an Expedition Through the Upper Mississippi to Itasca Lake, the Actual Source of This River / Embracing an Exploratory Trip Through the St. Croix and Burntwood (or Broule) Rivers

Name: Narrative of an Expedition Through the Upper Mississippi to Itasca Lake, the Actual Source of This River / Embracing an Exploratory Trip Through the St. Croix and Burntwood (or Broule) Rivers
Author: Henry Rowe Schoolcraft

By Henry Rowe Schoolcraft

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The narrative recounts a government-authorized expedition into the upper Mississippi watershed and surrounding country, describing routes through Lake Superior, rivers, lakes, and portages to the river's source at Itasca Lake. It records councils with Chippewa and Sioux leaders aimed at peace, observations on trade, and a vaccination program among Indigenous communities, while documenting landscape, travel hardships, and encounters at trading posts. Topographical descriptions alternate with ethnographic and statistical reports on population and customs, and the account notes violent incidents and local conflicts encountered during the journey.

About the Author

Henry Rowe Schoolcraft

Henry Rowe Schoolcraft was an American geographer, ethnologist, and writer, known for his extensive studies of Native American cultures and languages. His notable work, "Algic Researches," explores the mental characteristics and folklore of North American Indians, providing valuable insights into their traditions and beliefs. Schoolcraft's writings often reflect his deep engagement with the indigenous peoples of the United States, as seen in his personal memoirs detailing thirty years of residence with various tribes. His contributions to the understanding of Native American history and culture have left a lasting impact on the field of ethnology.