Indian Agent

In United States history, an Indian agent was an individual authorized to interact with Native American tribes on behalf of the U.S. government.

Read more about Indian Agent:  Indian Agents, Indian Agents in The U.S.: 1800 - 1840s, Indian Agents: Mid-late 19th Century, Indian Agents: 20th Century, Notable Indian Agents

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