Francis Parkman papers, 1565-1903.

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Francis Parkman papers, 1565-1903.

Papers of historian Francis Parkman, including his notebook of his journey on the Oregon Trail (1846); copies of documents from foreign archives and correspondence related to his research on Jesuits, Pontiac's Conspiracy, Indians of North America, and the history of Canada (New France); items related to his interests in gardening and horticulture; diaries of other trips in the U.S. and Europe; account books; and correspondence with his father Francis Parkman (1788-1852).

9 boxes, 163 v. (some in boxes), 5 folders, 2 cases, and 1 oversize container.

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SNAC Resource ID: 6999167

Massachusetts Historical Society

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