Early Arizona History

AZ 259
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Sepia-toned photo of men gathered in a forest clearing during the surrender of Apache leader Geronimo to General Crook, March 1886.

Photograph of General Crook with accompanying description of terms of surrender with Geronimo, March 1886.  This photograph was reprinted in Opie Rundell Burgess' book Early Arizona History published in 1947.

Collection area: Arizona and Southwest

Collection dates: 1947

About this collection

Typescript concerning activities of Apache Indians in Arizona, chiefly Apache leaders Cochise, Geronimo, and Mangas Colorado. Includes three photographs by C.S. Fly of Geronimo's surrender.

Historical background

Local historian; Bisbee, Ariz. resident.

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