The Negro Texans

Object Details

Creator

University of Texas Institute of Texan Cultures at San Antonio

Scope and Contents

Narrator talks about the history of negroes in Texas beginning in the early 16th century until the early 20th century. Focus on Estevan's and other slaves' participation in European expeditions; negro slaves, escaped slaves, and freedmen; participation of negro soldiers in the Civil War and the Indian Wars, including the Buffalo Soldiers; and negro ranchers and cowboys on the frontier.

Narration. Part of Broadcast Programs. Consistent beeping sound throughout recording. Undated.

Date

circa 1970s

Extent

1 Sound recording (open reel, 1/4 inch)

Type

Archival materials

Sound recordings

Narration

Topic

African Americans

Black people -- History

Enslaved persons

Freedmen

Place

Texas

Anacostia (Washington, D.C.)

Washington (D.C.)

United States

Citation

The Negro Texans, Record Group 09-037, Anacostia Community Museum Archives, Smithsonian Institution.

Identifier

ACMA.09-037, Item ACMA AV002691