Trade Houses and Agents

Posted by Jeffrey R Gudzune Jul 13, 2009

Established in 1806, the Office of Indian Trade managed the economic and political relationship between the United States and Indian nations. Established after the original trade and Intercourse Acts as an arm fof the federal government, the office soon gained a reputation for mismanagement. In my research on this subject, I have found more than can be contained in one article. Also, I have spent the last week retooling the site and coning up with exciting new topics. Join me nect week for a look at the Office of Indian Trade.