Diary of Stedman R. Tilghman (1822-1848), 1843-04-08 - 1843-10-11
Scope and Contents
Diary of expedition out to Rocky Mountains, which began in Baltimore on April 8, 1843; travelled to St. Louis, April 19, 1843; August 5, 1843-October 11, 1843, part of Bill Sublette's expedition: description of topography, wildlife including snakes and buffalo. Discussion of encounter with Cheyenne, most often in racist language "savages," "Indians." Includes short listing of translated Indian phrases. References to Sublette's Black servants.
Dates
- 1843-04-08 - 1843-10-11
Conditions Governing Access
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Extent
From the Collection: 1.35 Cubic Feet (1 legal size document case and 1 flat box.)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Creator
- From the Collection: Tilghman Family (Maryland) (Family)
- From the Collection: Tilghman, Stedman R, 1822-1848 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Georgetown University Manuscripts Repository
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