Recordings of Navajo Students, 1948–1961

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Recordings of Navajo Students, 1948–1961

1948-1961

This series includes sound recordings of Navajo student voices. Occasionally, information on a record jacket will indicate that the record was made in New Mexico or Arizona.

5 linear inches

eng, Latn

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SNAC Resource ID: 11674018

National Archives at Fort Worth

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