John A. Minion papers, 1954-1976
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Minion, John A.
- Title
- John A. Minion papers
- Dates
- 1954-1976 (inclusive)Date of CollectionDate of Collection
- Quantity
- .80 cubic ft. (3 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 01943
- Summary
- Papers of a historian and writer on various Western subjects.
- Repository
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American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
American Heritage Center
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Dept. 3924
Laramie, WY
82071
Telephone: 3077663756
ahcref@uwyo.edu - Access Restrictions
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Access Restrictions
There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
John A. Minion was a historian and writer on various Western subjects. He authored The Death of a Survivor (1964) about Christian Madsen, a private in the Battle of the Little Bighorn. He also authored the book The Riddle of Annie Elinor Jones, Pal of Custer (1964) about Anna "Annie" Elinor Jones, a vivandière who served during the Civil War and later traveled with George Armstrong Custer's regiment. Additionally, he wrote an article titled, “Negro Soldiers in the Confederate Army” (1969) that appeared in the June-July 1970 issue of The Crisis, the official magazine of the National Association for Advancment of Colored People.
Content Description
The collection contains copies of research materials, information sheets, correspondence, newspaper clippings, articles, and photographs mostly regarding George Armstrong Custer and Anna "Annie" Elinor Jones. Included are manuscripts for Minion’s book, The Riddle of Annie Elinor Jones, Pal of Custer, along with research material for the book. Also included are newspaper clippings, documents, and articles concerning African-American soldiers in the Confederate Army, slavery, and other topics, including involvement of Annie Elinor Jones with Union and Confederate officers.
Use of the Collection
Restrictions on Use
Copyright InformationThe researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.
Preferred Citation
Preferred CitationItem Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.
Administrative Information
Related Materials
Related MaterialsThere are no known other archival collections created by John A. Minion at the date of processing.
Acquisition Information
Acquisition InformationThis material was received from John Minion in 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, and 1976. Also from Thomas E. Ward, Jr. in 1977.
Processing Note
Detailed Description of the Collection
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Untitled
The American Heritage Center is in the process of converting its older container lists to a more accessible format. This link is to an older version of a container list.
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Description: Link to Container List (PDF)
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Little Bighorn, Battle of the, Mont., 1876.
- Women and the military -- United States.
Personal Names
- Custer, George A. (George Armstrong), 1839-1876.
Corporate Names
- United States. Army -- African American troops -- History -- 19th century.
Geographical Names
- United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Participation, African American.
- West (U.S.) -- History, Military -- 19th century.
