Microfilm

File — Box: 7, Reel: 2

Identifier: J

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The first part of this film contains information about the pur chase of camels for United States military use in the deserts of the southwest between 1855 and 1857. A second portion has information on the history of military use of camels in Persia from the 1700s. This material was used for Mrs. Burt's book Camel Express. The final part of the film has itinerary and journal entries regarding the wagon road from Fort Defiance to the Colorado River. Sent to Microforms.

Dates

1936-1980

Conditions Governing Access

Twenty-four hour advanced notice encouraged. Materials must be used on-site. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.