Martha and Edmund Bray research files, 1960-1980.

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Martha and Edmund Bray research files, 1960-1980.

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Correspondence, research notes, published materials, and related files gathered by Martha C. and Edmund C. Bray relating to French explorer and scientist Joseph N. Nicollet, whose explorations (1836-1839) of the Upper Mississippi and St. Croix river regions revealed much information on the geographical, topographical, geological, and botanical features of the region and on Indian life in the area. His journals were edited and translated by the Brays and published by the Minnesota Historical Society (1970 and 1976).

1.5 cu. ft. (2 boxes)

Minnesota Historical Society, Division of Archives and Manuscripts

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