Steele, Matthew Forney, 1861-1953.
Person
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Matthew Forney Steele Papers
Collection
Identifier: Mss 128
Abstract
His admiration of the generals who led the South during the Civil War prompted him to pursue a military career.
Dates:
1899-1907, 1920-1952.
Nelson A. Mason and Matthew Forney Steele Collection
Collection
Identifier: SC 83
Abstract
Unpublished written histories, including "Chief Sitting Bull's Latter Days," by Nelson A. Mason and "The Death of Sitting Bull, a Reminiscence," by M.F. Steele; legal agreement between Sitting Bull and Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show concerning his appearance in 1885; newspaper clippings; and other papers.
Dates:
1885-1960.