essay

The emerging Navajo Nation

handbook of north american indians. southwest • 10 • Published In 1983 • Pages: 636-640

By: Iverson, Peter.

Abstract
This short chapter details Navajo development during the 1970s from the perspective of emerging Navajo nationalism. Focusing on Peter McDonald's tenure as Tribal Council chairman, advances in the areas of economics, health, legal action, education, and mineral development are explored. Written by an historian, emphasis is on development, planning, and Navajo strides to gain greater control over their own lives.
Subjects
Culture summary
Government institutions
Economic planning and development
culture
Navajo
HRAF PubDate
2004
Region
North America
Sub Region
Southwest and Basin
Document Type
essay
Evaluation
Creator Type
Historian
Document Rating
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
Richard A. Wagner ; John Beierle ; 1985
Field Date
no date
Coverage Place
southwestern United States
Notes
Peter Iverson
For bibliographical references see 197: Brugge (p. 780-839)
LCCN
77017162
LCSH
Navajo Indians