essay

The Natchez of southwest Mississippi

indians of the greater southeast • Gainesville, Fla. • Published In 2000 • Pages: 142-177

By: Lorenz, Karl G. (Karl Gregory).

Abstract
This introduction to the Natchez focuses on the archaeology of the Late Prehistoric (1200 AD- 1550 AD), Protohistoric (1550 AD-1680 AD) and Historic (1680 AD-1730 AD) periods, with particular attention to the descent system and sociopolitical organization.
Subjects
Identification
Historical and archival research
Location
History
Acculturation and culture contact
Classes
Regulation of marriage
Rule of descent
Form and rules of government
Chief executive
External relations
Political parties
Instigation of war
Burial practices and funerals
culture
Natchez
Region
North America
Sub Region
Eastern Woodlands
Document Type
essay
Evaluation
Creator Type
Archaeologist
Document Rating
4: Excellent Secondary Data
Analyst
Ian Skoggard; 2019
Field Date
not applicable
Coverage Date
1200-1731
Coverage Place
Adams, Jefferson, and Claiborne counties, Mississippi, United States
Notes
Karl G. Lorenz
Includes bibliographical references (p. 173-177)
LCCN
99049534
LCSH
Natchez Indians