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In Cessions of Land by Indian Tribes to the United States, Charles C. Royce meticulously documents the historical process by which Native American tribes in Indiana ceded vast tracts of land to the U.S. government. The work is focused on the treaties and agreements made during the 18th and 19th centuries, detailing how various indigenous nations were gradually displaced from their ancestral territories through legal and often coercive means. Royce’s account is an essential historical record that reflects the complex and often painful interactions between the federal government and Native American tribes.Royce highlights the intricate negotiations and the role of various tribal leaders in the process of cession, emphasizing how these treaties were often made under duress or as a result of military pressure. By focusing specifically on Indiana, the book provides an in-depth look at how land dispossession was carried out in one key region, offering insights into the broader patterns of American expansion across the continent. Royce also uses maps, documents, and a detailed timeline to illustrate the process, making the book an invaluable resource for understanding the history of U.S. land acquisition.